Forensic psychology reconsidered : a critique of mental illness and the courts /
David Polizzi, Matthew R. Draper.
- ix, 218 pages ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction to forensic psychology -- The social construction of mental illness and the law -- From the asylum to the penitentiary: a historical perspective -- Competency to stand trial (CST) -- Other types of legal competencies -- Criminal responsibility: state of mind at the time of the crime and the insanity -- Defense -- Coerced treatment, medication, and mental health courts -- Drug courts -- Eyewitness memory -- Closing reflections.