Handbook of Forensic Mental Health

This is a comprehensive reference book on the subject of forensic mental health, looking at what forensic mental health is and its assessment, management and treatment. It focuses on key topics and the issues underpinning them in contemporary society.

The book includes:

• an account of the historical development of forensic mental health, along with a description of the three mental health systems operating in the UK
• an in-depth analysis of the forensic mental health process and system, in...