International Cases in Forensic Psychology

Inside the Criminal Mind
1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-032-98964-8
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 166 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

This book provides an in-depth investigation of different psychological phenomena in forensic psychology through an analysis of key case studies in the field.

There is a growing requirement for a comprehensive resource that provides practical examples of how forensic psychology models are applied in real-life situations. Filling this lacuna, International Cases in Forensic Psychology takes the reader through a series of prominent case studies that illustrate the intricate details of criminal investigations, judicial proceedings, and correctional settings. Drawing on a diverse range of examples from the US, UK, Belgium, Russia, Columbia, Germany and India which include serial murder, financial deception and maternal psychosis, Dr. K. Jayasankara Reddy applies psychological theories and methods to understand the intricacies of criminal conduct. These theories range from criminal profiling and behavioral analysis, to the psychology of deceit and the dynamics of influence. Overall, the book will enhance the reader’s ability to analyses the fundamental reasons behind criminal behaviour and develop more efficient approaches for rehabilitating offenders.

International Cases in Forensic Psychology will be of great interest to students and professionals of forensic psychology, neuropsychology, criminal justice, and related fields.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate and Undergraduate Advanced

Autoren/Hrsg.

Reddy, K. Jayasankara

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie | Soziale Arbeit Spezielle Soziologie Kriminalsoziologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologische Disziplinen Kriminalpsychologie, Forensische Psychologie
• Rechtswissenschaften Strafrecht Kriminologie, Strafverfolgung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Part I: Foundations of Forensic Psychology  1. Introduction to Forensic Psychology  Part II: Serial Killers and Psychological Profiling  2. Case Study on Ted Bundy  3. Case Study on Jeffrey Dahmer  4. Jack the Ripper: A Psychological Profile  5. The Marc Dutroux Case  6. Case Study on Andrei Chikatilo  7. Case Study on Luis Garavito  8. Case Study of Yorkshire Ripper  9. Case Study of Joachim Kroll  Part III: High-Profile Criminal Minds  10. Case Study on Ted Kaczynski  11. Case Study on Aileen Wuornos  12. Case Study on Orenthal James Simpson  13. The Casey Anthony Trial  Part IV: Familial Crimes and Psychological Motivations  14. Case Study on Andrea Yates  15. Case Study on the Menendez Brothers  16. The Burari Deaths  Part V: Notable Cases and Controversies  17. Nithari Serial Murder Case  18. The Case of West Memphis Three  19. JonBenét Ramsey Case  Part VI: Reflections and Future Directions  20. Reflections and Insights

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. K. Jayasankara Reddy is a distinguished expert in neuropsychology, neuroelectrophysiology, and forensic neuropsychology. He earned his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Psychology specialising in Neuropsychology. Currently, Dr. Reddy is a Professor of Neuropsychology/ Cognitive Neuroscience and Dean for Social Sciences at Christ University in Bangalore, India. With a robust academic career spanning teaching, research, and professional practice, he has supervised numerous Ph.D. and M.Phil candidates, as well as over 100 M.Sc Psychology research projects.