Crisis Negotiations: Managing Critical Incidents and Hostage Situations in Law Enforcement and Corrections

by Michael J. McMains, Wayman C. Mullins

Crisis negotiation is a highly effective, nonlethal weapon that can quietly resolve critical situations without loss of life. This book brings together, in one complete source, the contribution that negotiation has made to the field of law enforcement and corrections. Topics include: hostage negotiation development, definitions, and characteristics; negotiation as crisis intervention; demands and the effects of time; the Stockholm Syndrome; stress; communication; emotionally disturbed individuals; team structure; intelligence gathering; hostage negotiations in prisons; equipment; media relations; debriefing; and more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, Crime, School, Reference, Police

415 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

One look at this book, and you know that it is a hybrid of a manual and a textbook... perhaps the textbook that is used alongside a manual for those in the police academy training to be members of the CRT.

It read like a textbook... glossing over everything possible in this area of interest... focusing in depth on absolutely nothing. It was worth the read if CRT is your thing... but not overly interesting and you do not gain the same in depth information that other books might give the reader.

[Kevin Stecyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding & Comprehensive Negotiation Text

Although not involved in law enforcement, I thoroughly enjoyed this book for the insights of negotiation principles, many of which can be used in general negotiations in day-to-day life. I also have a much deeper appreciation of the training and expertise of law enforcement negotiators.

Crisis negotiations are far more complex than most realize. I am thankful for the opportunity to learn.

[Preston · Rating 3 out of 5]

While invaluable to aspiring crisis negotiators, 'twas largely unvaluable to me (sparing select stimulating nuggets throughout).

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must read for any hostage negotiator. Begins with a short history of police negotiations and moves through processes and subject profiles. Ends with team formation and management.

[Sean]

Written by none other than Dad!