Handbook of Forensic Mental Health in Africa

Taylor & Francis

The Handbook of Forensic Mental Health in AfricaAuthor(s): Adegboyega Ogunwale, Adegboyega Ogunlesi, Stephane Shepherd, Katrina Serpa, Jay Singh\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367456108, 978-0367456108\nSynopsis\nThe Handbook of Forensic Mental Health in Africa traces the history of forensic mental health in Africa, discussing the importance of considering cultural differences when implementing Western-validated practices on the continent while establishing state-of-the-art assessment and treatment of justice-involved persons. \n\nExperts in the field of forensic mental health throughout Africa explore the current state of forensic mental health policy and service provision, as well as the unique ethical challenges which have arisen with the recent growth of interest in the field. The African and international research literature on violence risk assessment, competency to stand trial, malingering assessment, No.