Evaluation for Risk of Violence in Juveniles

by Robert Hoge, D.A. Andrews

Overview

Forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has grown into a specialization informed by research and professional guidelines. This series presents up-to-date information on the most important and frequently conducted forms of FMHA. The 19 topical volumes address best approaches to practice for particular types of evaluation in the criminal, civil, and juvenile/family areas. Each volume contains a thorough discussion of the relevant legal and psychological concepts, followed by a step-by-step description of the assessment process from preparing for the evaluation to writing the report and testifying in court.

Volumes include the following helpful features:
BL Boxes that zero in on important information for use in evaluations
BL Tips for best practice and cautions against common pitfalls
BL Highlighting of relevant case law and statutes
BL Separate list of assessment tools for easy reference
BL Helpful glossary of key terms for the particular topic

In making recommendations for best practice, authors consider empirical support, legal relevance, and consistency with ethical and professional standards. These volumes offer invaluable guidance for anyone involved in conducting or using forensic evaluations. This book places juvenile risk assessment within the context of FMHA for juveniles, so those using it will find it particularly useful to incorporate into their evaluations of risk and needs for adolescents in the juvenile justice system.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780195370416
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	01/05/2010
Series:	Best Practices in Forensic Mental Health Assessments
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 5.40(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Dr. Robert D. Hoge is Emeritus Professor of Psychology & Distinguished Research Professor, Carleton University.

Dr. D. A. Andrews is Professor Emeritus and Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Psychology and in the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario.

Table of Contents

Foundation

Chapter 1 The Legal Context 3

Chapter 2 Forensic Menial Health Concepts 25

Chapter 3 Empirical Foundations and Limits 45

Application

Chapter 4 Preparation for the Evaluation 71

Chapter 5 Data Collection 93

Chapter 6 Interpretation 113

Chapter 7 Report Writing and Testimony 127

References 139

Tests and Specialized Tools 153

Cases and Statutes 159

Key Terms 161

Index 165

About the Authors 171