Evaluation of Parenting Capacity in Child Protection

by Budd, Karen S.; Connell, Mary; Clark, Jennifer R.

• ISBN13: 9780195333602
• ISBN10: 0195333608
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-03-02
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

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: - Boxes that zero in on important information for use in evaluations - Tips for best practice and cautions against common pitfalls - Highlighting of relevant case law and statutes - Separate list of assessment tools for easy reference - 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.

Author Biography

Karen S. Budd is a Professor, Department of Psychology, DePaul University. Mary Connell is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, private practice. Jennifer R. Clark is Clinical Director for the Child Protection Division at the Cook County Juvenile Court Clinic and Assistant Professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.

Table of Contents

Foundation
The Legal Context	p. 5
Forensic Mental Health Concepts	p. 27
Empirical Foundations and Limits	p. 55
Application
Preparation for the Evaluation	p. 91
Data Collection	p. 113
Interpretation	p. 149
Report Writing and Testimony	p. 167
References	p. 187
Tests and Specialized Tools	p. 203
Case Law and Statutes	p. 205
Key Terms	p. 207
Index	p. 211
Aboutthe Authors	p. 219
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