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OverviewForensic 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 topicIn 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.This volume focuses on evaluating the determination of disability status in the workplace. The reader is walked through every aspect of the evaluation, beginning with an introduction to the nature and legal meaning of disability. The authors offer evidence-based practice recommendations and a helpful overview of issues specific to evaluations for social security, worker's compensation, and other disability benefit programs. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lisa Drago PiechowskiPublisher: Oxford University Press Inc Imprint: Oxford University Press Inc Dimensions: Width: 14.00cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 20.60cm Weight: 0.227kg ISBN: 9780195341096ISBN 10: 0195341090 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 07 July 2011 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsFOUNDATION Chapter 1 The Legal Context Chapter 2 Forensic Mental Health Concepts Chapter 3 Empirical Foundations and Limits APPLICATION Chapter 4 Preparation for the Evaluation Chapter 5 Data Collection Chapter 6 Interpretation Chapter 7 Report Writing and Testimony References Tests and Specialized Tools Cases and Statutes Key Terms Index About the AuthorReviews<br> This is an excellent step-by-step guide through the evaluative process with practical information. It is an invaluable tool for clinicians entering the field, although seasoned veterans can learn from it as well. This should be in the libraries of forensic psychologists. -- Doody's <br><p><br> Author InformationLisa Drago Piechowski, Ph.D., ABPP is a clinical and forensic psychologist specializing in issues related to disability, fitness for duty, workers compensation, and other employment-related matters. Dr. Piechowski is licensed as a psychologist in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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