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The forensic psychology of criminal minds
Title:
The forensic psychology of criminal minds
Author:
Ramsland, Katherine M., 1953-
Edition:
Large print edition.
Publication Information:
Waterville, Me. : Thorndike Press, 2010.

©2009
Physical Description:
475 pages (large print) ; 23 cm.
Summary:
Week after week the hit TV show Criminal Minds gives viewers a look inside the psyches of the fictional serial killers tracked by the BAU (Behavioral Analysis Unit), of the FBI. Now Katherine Ramsland reveals how reality differs from fiction and how forensic psychologists actually use their knowledge of human behavior and motivations as consultants in criminal investigations - as well as detailing the real cases that influenced some of the show's memorable episodes.
General Note:
Originally published: New York : Berkley Boulevard, c2009.
Language:
English
Contents:
Criminal profiling : its history and purpose -- Brainstorming : developing a profile -- Psychological autopsy and victimology -- Varieties of deviance -- Linkage analysis -- Suitable for profiling : serial crimes -- The proactive profile : risk assessment -- Negotiations -- The mass market and the culture of serial murder -- Profiling on trial -- Profiling abroad -- The new generation : best practices.
ISBN:
9781410425805
Format :
Book