Psychologists are increasingly being asked to give evidence in court as expert witnesses, yet for some it can be a harrowing experience. Writing Reports for Court provides essential support for psychologists when preparing a court report and giving evidence.
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Bowen Hills, QLD
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Höhe: 216 mm
Breite: 140 mm
Dicke: 10 mm
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978-1-922117-40-3 (9781922117403)
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Jack White is an American journalist, blogger, and columnist based in Houston, Texas. He is a former U.S. Marine and a veteran of the Afghanistan war. In his patriotic writings, he has covered a wide array of topics, always promoting American interests in foreign, domestic, and cultural policy.
Foreword
Preface
About the Authors
Chapter 1 Introduction
Difference Between a Witness of Fact and an Expert Witness
Guidelines for Expert Witnesses
The Report Structure
The Introduction
Background Material
Current Legal Matter
Chapter 2 The Psychological Assessment
Behaviour During the Assessment
Essential Elements of Psychological Tests
Performance Based Tests
Availability of Treatment or Rehabilitation
Impression Management and Malingering
Psycho-Legal Tests
Chapter 3 Opinion
Court Report: Mr Jack Jones
Court Report: Mr William Pitt
Court Report: Mr Leonard Panther
Court Report: Mr Jason Collins
Court Report: Mr Arthur Askey
Chapter 4 Going to Court as an Expert Witness
Know the Legal Landscape
Pre-Trial Consultation
Preparation
Getting Qualified or 'Proofed' as an Expert
The Scientific Expert
Examination in Chief
Cross-Examination
Re-Direct
Post-Trial Consultation
Advanced Performance
Chapter 5 Report Writing in Different Jurisdictions
United States of America
Canada
United Kingdom
Australia
New Zealand
Singapore
References
Appendix - Example Practice Direction
Glossary of Psychological Tests
Index
