Forensic Assessment with the Millon Inventories
by Joseph T. McCann and Frank J. Dyer
240 pages, Hardbound
ISBN 1572300558
FROM THE BOOK JACKET:
Mental health professionals are testifying in court cases more than ever
before, creating a need for standards that ensure psychological assessment tools
are utilized properly, ethically, and to their fullest potential. Focusing on
the Millon Clinical Inventories--used for determining the presence of
personality disorders and other forms of psychopathology--this volume accessibly
details how and when to use these tests optimally in both civil and criminal
cases.
Beginning with an overview of the Millon Inventories, chapters then integrate
empirical research, forensic case studies, case law, and theoretical
applications to detail the role of psychological testing in forensic assessment.
Focusing on the Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory (MCMI) and the Millon
Adolescent Clinical Inventory (MACI), these chapters cover:
· Psychometric issues in court
· Legal and ethical considerations
· Guidelines for preparing courtroom testimony
· The pros and cons of computerized reports in court
The authors describe specific applications of the tests for both criminal and
civil cases, exploring how the tests can be applied in cases of personal injury,
disability, child custody, and parental fitness cases; to evaluate sex
offenders, juveniles, and perpetrators of domestic violence; and to determine
competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility.
A complete primer in the use of the Millon Inventories for both beginning and
advanced forensic practitioners, this book also serves as a sourcebook for
students in the field. As a review of relevant case law and the role of
psychological testing in expert testimony, this volume is also of value to
attorneys and law students who want to learn more about forensic psychology.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1
An Overview of the Millon Inventories
Chapter 2
The Role of Psychological Testing in Forensic Assessment
Chapter 3
Case Law and the Millon Inventories
Chapter 4
Criminal Applications and Issues
Chapter 5
Civil Applications and Issues
Chapter 6
Psychometric Issues in Court
Chapter 7
Preparation of Testimony
Chapter 8
Use of Computerized Reports in Court
Chapter 9
An Interpretive Strategy for the Millon Inventories in Forensic Cases
References
ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Joseph T. McCann, PsyD, JD, is a psychologist and attorney in
Binghamton, New York, whose clinical and forensic practice encompasses a range
of criminal, civil, and family court matters. His numerous publications are in
the area of personality assessment and forensic psychology. A Fellow of the
Society for Personality Assessment and Diplomate of the American Board of
Forensic Examiners, Dr. McCann is frequently called upon as an expert witness.
He also serves as a consultant examiner for the New York State Office of
Professional Discipline and is on the staff of the Binghamton Psychiatric
Center's Children and Youth Mobile Mental Health Team.
Frank J. Dyer, PhD, ABPP, is a former member of the New Jersey
Board of Psychological Examiners. He served as Chair of the Board's committee to
develop guidelines for psychological evaluation in divorce custody cases. He is
currently in private practice in Montclair, New Jersey, and serves as a
consultant to a number of state agencies and professional boards.
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