Children's Testimony: A Handbook of Psychological Research and Forensic Practice (Wiley Series in Psychology of Crime, Policing & Law) - Tapa dura

"..it will interest all those connected with forensic psychology, criminal justice, policing and child protection." (Child Right, January/February 2002) "...a wonderful achievement... an interesting and thought provoking read..." (Child & Family Social Work, Vol.8, No.1, 2003) "...one of the most comprehensive and up-to-date collections of material in this important area...if you (or your library) only intend to buy one book in the area of children's testimony, this should probably be the one..." (Child Abuse Review, Jan-February 2003) "...a well-written, concise review by the most eminent researchers in the area...a great introduction to the area..." (Applied Cognitive Psychology, May 2003) "...one of the most comprehensive and up-to-date collections of material in this important area...an invaluable resource..." (Child Abuse Review, Vol 12 2003)

Children's Testimony offers a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of issues relating to children's evidence. Starting with psychological underpinnings and child protection considerations, the reader is taken through a clearly structured and timely collection of chapters from internationally renowned contributors. Pointers for practitioners are clearly highlighted throughout and a unique, jargon-free glossary of psychological terms encountered in child witness research is included making this a highly practical text. An accessible review of existing knowledge and preview of new and recent developments in psychological research and forensic practice. An outstanding group of international contributors Offers a broad scope that considers all the key areas of research and practice