This book focuses on the importance of using a brain-behavior
relationship framework for the successful use of neuropsychological
evaluations for courtroom purposes. It stresses the need to
understand the offender as a unique individual assessed accordingly
from cognitive and personality perspectives. The desired goal is to
reach a more nuanced evaluation rather than a compilation of test
scores. This book clearly explains the circumstances that prevent
proper testing including batteries that are confusing or
frustrating to the person being tested or those that cause fatigue
thus interfering with an appropriate picture of cognitive, motor
and sensory skills. Irrelevance of some tests for addressing the
reason for referral is also covered as is the importance of setting
and adequate time for evaluation. When dealing with court cases
involving the violent offender the evaluation is critical to the
establishment of the factors that motivated the crime. In most
cases the issue is not insanity but rather an understanding for
legal purposes of the cognitive and emotional processes that
explain how a crime occurred. This book provides a concise overview
of the issues involved and how to provide the best scientific
information to satisfy the pursuit of justice.
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