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Forensic Psychology For Dummies

David V. Canter (Author)

9781394354740, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 2 April 2026

416 pages
22.9 x 18.3 x 2.8 cm, 0.522 kg

A clear introduction to the psychology of crime

Forensic Psychology For Dummies uncovers how forensic psychologists help law enforcement crack major crime cases. This book walks you through the ins-and-outs of this field. It explains why people commit crime, how psychologists assist investigators by profiling offenders and creating interrogation strategies, as well as how some forensic psychiatrists work to treat and rehabilitate the convicted, the imprisoned, and those on supervised release.

Inside:

  • Understand what forensic psychology is and isn’t
  • See how forensic psychologists differ from their fictional counterparts in the media
  • Discover real-life case examples from around the world, showcasing the work of forensic psychologists—including in court
  • Explore education and career paths taken by established forensic psychologists

Perfect for people interested in the intersection of clinical psychology and the criminal justice system, Forensic Psychology For Dummies is a must-read for aspiring psychologists, forensics and criminology students, law enforcement professionals, and true crime fans.

Foreword xvii

Introduction 1

Part 1: Keeping Up with Forensic Psychology 9

CHAPTER 1: What Is Forensic Psychology? 11

CHAPTER 2: Psychology and the Criminal Process 31

CHAPTER 3: Forensic Psychology and the Law 43

Part 2: Examining the Criminal Mind 61

CHAPTER 4: Why Do People Become Criminals? 63

CHAPTER 5: Measuring, Testing, and Assessing the Psychology of Offenders 85

CHAPTER 6: Diagnosing Evil: How (or whether) Criminals Think 103

Part 3: Assisting Law Enforcement 119

CHAPTER 7: How to Ask Questions of Witnesses, Victims, and Suspects 121

CHAPTER 8: Exposing Liars and Detecting Deception 143

CHAPTER 9: Beyond Offender Profiling 167

CHAPTER 10: Victims of Crime and Their Experiences 191

CHAPTER 11: Preventing Crime: Problems, Processes, and Perseverance 213

Part 4: Psychology in Court and Beyond 233

CHAPTER 12: Giving Guidance in Legal Proceedings 235

CHAPTER 13: Psychological Aspects of Court Procedures 259

Part 5: Helping and Treating Offenders 279

CHAPTER 14: Can Offenders Be Rehabilitated? 281

CHAPTER 15: Dealing with Violence 301

CHAPTER 16: Treating Sexual Offenders 317

CHAPTER 17: Working with Juvenile Offenders 333

Part 6: The Part of Tens 349

CHAPTER 18: Ten Professional Requirements for Forensic Psychologists 351

CHAPTER 19: Ten Stages in Becoming a Professional Forensic Psychologist 361

CHAPTER 20: Ten Cases in Which Forensic Psychology Proved Crucial 371

Index 383

Subject Areas: Psychology [JM]
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