The Scientific Basis of Child Custody Decisions
| Author | : Robert M. Galatzer-Levy |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 735 |
| Release | : 2009-03-23 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780470459331 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0470459336 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (336 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Scientific Basis of Child Custody Decisions written by Robert M. Galatzer-Levy and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-03-23 with total page 735 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The legal system requires mental health professionals to provide research summaries to support their evaluations in child custody cases. Contributions from leading developmental researchers, legal professionals, and clinicians describe how scientific evidence is properly used in court. Timely and current, this book helps evaluators access the best information to fulfill their obligations to their clients and the court. The Second Edition adds chapters on family observation, parental alienation, and sexual abuse. Forensic psychologists, family lawyers, and judges will be equipped with the most current information to aid in custody decisions.
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