Announcement for 10/07/11
New Book: Using Social Science to Reduce Violent Offending
The recently published book, Using Social Science to Reduce Violent Offending, consists of a series of essays by leading scholars and practitioners on how social science can inform more effective criminal and juvenile justice policies. The book can help both policymakers and practitioners apply the findings of recent social science scholarship when working with people in the criminal justice system--including individuals with mental illnesses. Contributors include experts in the fields of social science, forensic psychology, and criminal justice.
These essays describe methods for changing the behavior of offender groups who present particular challenges for justice system officials, including individuals with mental illnesses, sex offenders, and juveniles. They describe how to apply specific correctional interventions designed to equip offenders with the skills they will need to succeed in avoiding crime upon release. Authors also highlight methods for overcoming system inertia to implement these recommendations.
The book was edited by
- Joel A. Dvoskin, Ph.D., ABPP, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona, Tucson and Past President of the American Psychology-Law Society
- Jennifer L. Skeem, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Social Behavior, University of California, Irvine
- Raymond W. Novaco, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Social Behavior, University of California, Irvine
- Kevin S. Douglas, Ph.D., LL.B., Associate Professor of Psychology, Simon Fraser University
To learn more about this book and to purchase a copy, visit http://www.reducingviolence.com/.