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  1. <<The>> psychiatric report
    principles and practice of forensic writing
    Contributor: Buchanan, Alec (Publisher); Norko, Michael A. (Publisher)
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge University Press, Cambridge

    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments.... more

     

    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments. This book provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing for the law and a practical guide to the preparation of the report. The first section addresses practical and ethical concerns, including the conduct of the forensic psychiatric evaluation, conflicts of interest, record keeping and confidentiality. The second section contains practical and detailed advice on preparing various types of report, including reports for use in criminal and civil litigation, civil commitment hearings and child custody proceedings. A final section covers special issues arising during report preparation including the use of psychological tests and the detection of malingering. This is an essential guide for anyone required to write a psychiatric report

     
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    Contributor: Buchanan, Alec (Publisher); Norko, Michael A. (Publisher)
    Language: English
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    Format: Online
    ISBN: 9780511895074
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    Subjects: Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Medical writing
    Scope: 1 Online-Ressource (xix, 280 Seiten)
  2. The psychiatric report
    principles and practice of forensic writing
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge [u.a.]

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    ISBN: 9780521131841; 9780511895074
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    Edition: 1. publ.
    Series: Cambridge medicine
    Subjects: Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten; Gerichtliche Psychiatrie
    Scope: 1 Online-Ressource (XIX, 280 S.)
  3. The psychiatric report
    principles and practice of forensic writing
    Contributor: Buchanan, Alec (Herausgeber); Norko, Michael A. (Herausgeber)
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge University Press, Cambridge

    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments.... more

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    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments. This book provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing for the law and a practical guide to the preparation of the report. The first section addresses practical and ethical concerns, including the conduct of the forensic psychiatric evaluation, conflicts of interest, record keeping and confidentiality. The second section contains practical and detailed advice on preparing various types of report, including reports for use in criminal and civil litigation, civil commitment hearings and child custody proceedings. A final section covers special issues arising during report preparation including the use of psychological tests and the detection of malingering. This is an essential guide for anyone required to write a psychiatric report.

     
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    Contributor: Buchanan, Alec (Herausgeber); Norko, Michael A. (Herausgeber)
    Language: English
    Media type: Ebook
    Format: Online
    ISBN: 9780511895074
    Scope: 1 Online-Ressource (xix, 280 pages)
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  4. The psychiatric report
    principles and practice of forensic writing
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge [u.a.]

    Provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing in legal contexts and a practical guide to preparing the written report more

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    Provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing in legal contexts and a practical guide to preparing the written report

     
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    Source: Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin
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    Media type: Ebook
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    ISBN: 9780511895074; 9780521131841; 9781283341745; 9781139103152
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    RVK Categories: YH 8100
    Edition: 1. publ.
    Series: Cambridge medicine
    Subjects: Medical writing; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Forensic Psychiatry; Research Report; Expert Testimony
    Scope: XIX, 280 S.
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    Includes bibliographical references and index

    Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web

    Cover; The Psychiatric Report; Title; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Foreword; Editors' preface; Introduction; Context of the forensic report; Effects upon evaluees; Professional identity and its implications; Expectations from the legal system; Principles, guidelines, and standards; Purpose of textbook; References; Section 1 Principles of writing; Chapter 1 History and function of the psychiatric report; 1.1 Origins; 1.2 Uses and abuses; 1.3 Statutory regulation and academic input; 1.4 The rise of the guilds and professional self-regulation

    1.5 Contemporary views on the function of the psychiatric report1.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 2 Preparation; 2.1 The initial contact; 2.1.1 Case example; 2.2 Obtaining and examining the data; 2.2.1 Case example; 2.3 Marshaling the evidence; 2.3.1 Case example; Claim; Hierarchy of supporting evidence; Examine for exposure; Study and revise; State the reformulated opinion; 2.4 Communicating the opinion; 2.5 Summary; References; Chapter 3 Confidentiality and record keeping; 3.1 Confidentiality; 3.1.1 General principles; When working for the prosecution or court

    When working for the defenseHIPAA; 3.1.2 Confidentiality problems arising in practice; Evaluee requests; Reporting statutes; 3.1.3 Confidentiality issues other than to the evaluee; 3.1.4 Duty to third parties - the Tarasoff question; 3.1.5 Prosecutorial use of defense experts; Attorney-client privilege; Work product rule; The right to effective assistance of counsel; 3.1.6 Psychotherapist-patient privilege; Military law; Holder of the privilege; Exceptions to the privilege; Waiver of the psychotherapist-patient privilege in federal courts

    3.1.7 Confidentiality within a training program or group practice3.2 Record keeping; 3.3 Conclusion; References; Chapter 4 Ethics; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Ethical guidelines; 4.3 Ethical forensic practice; 4.4 Narratives; 4.5 Robust professionalism; 4.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 5 Writing a narrative; 5.1 The construction of narrative; 5.2 Language and narrative; 5.3 Safeguards in constructing narrative; 5.4 Conclusion; References; Chapter 6 Draftsmanship; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Planning; 6.2.1 Data gathering; 6.2.2 Consider the audience for your report; 6.2.3 Organizing the report

    6.2.4 Outlining6.3 Writing the report; 6.3.1 Clarity; 6.3.2 Simplicity; 6.3.3 Brevity; 6.3.4 Humanity; 6.3.5 Opinion section; 6.3.6 Practical suggestions; 6.3.7 Ten pitfalls; 6.4 Editing; 6.5 Conclusion; References; Section 2 Structure and content; Chapter 7 Report structure; 7.1 The design of this section of the book; 7.2 The structure of a psychiatric report; 7.2.1 Preliminary and identifying information; 7.2.2 Introductory material; 7.2.3 Body of the report; 7.2.4 Opinion; 7.2.5 Concluding material; 7.3 Length; References; Chapter 8 Criminal litigation; 8.1 Introduction; 8.1.1 General

    8.1.2 Writing for the audience
  5. The psychiatric report
    principles and practice of forensic writing
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge [u.a.]

    Provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing in legal contexts and a practical guide to preparing the written report more

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    Provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing in legal contexts and a practical guide to preparing the written report

     
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    Source: Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin
    Language: English
    Media type: Ebook
    Format: Online
    ISBN: 9780511895074; 9780521131841; 9781283341745; 9781139103152
    Other identifier:
    RVK Categories: YH 8100
    Edition: 1. publ.
    Series: Cambridge medicine
    Subjects: Medical writing; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Forensic Psychiatry; Research Report; Expert Testimony
    Scope: XIX, 280 S.
    Notes:

    Includes bibliographical references and index

    Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web

    Cover; The Psychiatric Report; Title; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Foreword; Editors' preface; Introduction; Context of the forensic report; Effects upon evaluees; Professional identity and its implications; Expectations from the legal system; Principles, guidelines, and standards; Purpose of textbook; References; Section 1 Principles of writing; Chapter 1 History and function of the psychiatric report; 1.1 Origins; 1.2 Uses and abuses; 1.3 Statutory regulation and academic input; 1.4 The rise of the guilds and professional self-regulation

    1.5 Contemporary views on the function of the psychiatric report1.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 2 Preparation; 2.1 The initial contact; 2.1.1 Case example; 2.2 Obtaining and examining the data; 2.2.1 Case example; 2.3 Marshaling the evidence; 2.3.1 Case example; Claim; Hierarchy of supporting evidence; Examine for exposure; Study and revise; State the reformulated opinion; 2.4 Communicating the opinion; 2.5 Summary; References; Chapter 3 Confidentiality and record keeping; 3.1 Confidentiality; 3.1.1 General principles; When working for the prosecution or court

    When working for the defenseHIPAA; 3.1.2 Confidentiality problems arising in practice; Evaluee requests; Reporting statutes; 3.1.3 Confidentiality issues other than to the evaluee; 3.1.4 Duty to third parties - the Tarasoff question; 3.1.5 Prosecutorial use of defense experts; Attorney-client privilege; Work product rule; The right to effective assistance of counsel; 3.1.6 Psychotherapist-patient privilege; Military law; Holder of the privilege; Exceptions to the privilege; Waiver of the psychotherapist-patient privilege in federal courts

    3.1.7 Confidentiality within a training program or group practice3.2 Record keeping; 3.3 Conclusion; References; Chapter 4 Ethics; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Ethical guidelines; 4.3 Ethical forensic practice; 4.4 Narratives; 4.5 Robust professionalism; 4.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 5 Writing a narrative; 5.1 The construction of narrative; 5.2 Language and narrative; 5.3 Safeguards in constructing narrative; 5.4 Conclusion; References; Chapter 6 Draftsmanship; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Planning; 6.2.1 Data gathering; 6.2.2 Consider the audience for your report; 6.2.3 Organizing the report

    6.2.4 Outlining6.3 Writing the report; 6.3.1 Clarity; 6.3.2 Simplicity; 6.3.3 Brevity; 6.3.4 Humanity; 6.3.5 Opinion section; 6.3.6 Practical suggestions; 6.3.7 Ten pitfalls; 6.4 Editing; 6.5 Conclusion; References; Section 2 Structure and content; Chapter 7 Report structure; 7.1 The design of this section of the book; 7.2 The structure of a psychiatric report; 7.2.1 Preliminary and identifying information; 7.2.2 Introductory material; 7.2.3 Body of the report; 7.2.4 Opinion; 7.2.5 Concluding material; 7.3 Length; References; Chapter 8 Criminal litigation; 8.1 Introduction; 8.1.1 General

    8.1.2 Writing for the audience
  6. The Psychiatric Report
    Principles and Practice of Forensic Writing
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge[u.a.]

    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments.... more

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    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments. This book provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing for the law and a practical guide to the preparation of the report. The first section addresses practical and ethical concerns, including the conduct of the forensic psychiatric evaluation, conflicts of interest, record keeping and confidentiality. The second section contains practical and detailed advice on preparing various types of report, including reports for use in criminal and civil litigation, civil commitment hearings and child custody proceedings. A final section covers special issues arising during report preparation including the use of psychological tests and the detection of malingering. This is an essential guide for anyone required to write a psychiatric report.

     
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    Source: Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin
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    ISBN: 9780521131841; 9780511895074; 9781139103152
    Other identifier:
    RVK Categories: YH 8100
    Edition: Online-Ausg.
    Subjects: MEDICAL / Mental Health; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Medical writing; Medical writing; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Forensic Psychiatry; Research Report; Expert Testimony; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Medical writing
    Scope: Online-Ressource (1 online resource (300 p.)), digital, PDF file(s).
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    Cover; The Psychiatric Report; Title; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Foreword; Editors' preface; Introduction; Context of the forensic report; Effects upon evaluees; Professional identity and its implications; Expectations from the legal system; Principles, guidelines, and standards; Purpose of textbook; References; Section 1 Principles of writing; Chapter 1 History and function of the psychiatric report; 1.1 Origins; 1.2 Uses and abuses; 1.3 Statutory regulation and academic input; 1.4 The rise of the guilds and professional self-regulation

    1.5 Contemporary views on the function of the psychiatric report1.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 2 Preparation; 2.1 The initial contact; 2.1.1 Case example; 2.2 Obtaining and examining the data; 2.2.1 Case example; 2.3 Marshaling the evidence; 2.3.1 Case example; Claim; Hierarchy of supporting evidence; Examine for exposure; Study and revise; State the reformulated opinion; 2.4 Communicating the opinion; 2.5 Summary; References; Chapter 3 Confidentiality and record keeping; 3.1 Confidentiality; 3.1.1 General principles; When working for the prosecution or court

    When working for the defenseHIPAA; 3.1.2 Confidentiality problems arising in practice; Evaluee requests; Reporting statutes; 3.1.3 Confidentiality issues other than to the evaluee; 3.1.4 Duty to third parties - the Tarasoff question; 3.1.5 Prosecutorial use of defense experts; Attorney-client privilege; Work product rule; The right to effective assistance of counsel; 3.1.6 Psychotherapist-patient privilege; Military law; Holder of the privilege; Exceptions to the privilege; Waiver of the psychotherapist-patient privilege in federal courts

    3.1.7 Confidentiality within a training program or group practice3.2 Record keeping; 3.3 Conclusion; References; Chapter 4 Ethics; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Ethical guidelines; 4.3 Ethical forensic practice; 4.4 Narratives; 4.5 Robust professionalism; 4.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 5 Writing a narrative; 5.1 The construction of narrative; 5.2 Language and narrative; 5.3 Safeguards in constructing narrative; 5.4 Conclusion; References; Chapter 6 Draftsmanship; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Planning; 6.2.1 Data gathering; 6.2.2 Consider the audience for your report; 6.2.3 Organizing the report

    6.2.4 Outlining6.3 Writing the report; 6.3.1 Clarity; 6.3.2 Simplicity; 6.3.3 Brevity; 6.3.4 Humanity; 6.3.5 Opinion section; 6.3.6 Practical suggestions; 6.3.7 Ten pitfalls; 6.4 Editing; 6.5 Conclusion; References; Section 2 Structure and content; Chapter 7 Report structure; 7.1 The design of this section of the book; 7.2 The structure of a psychiatric report; 7.2.1 Preliminary and identifying information; 7.2.2 Introductory material; 7.2.3 Body of the report; 7.2.4 Opinion; 7.2.5 Concluding material; 7.3 Length; References; Chapter 8 Criminal litigation; 8.1 Introduction; 8.1.1 General

    8.1.2 Writing for the audience
  7. The Psychiatric Report
    Principles and Practice of Forensic Writing
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge Univ. Press, Cambridge[u.a.]

    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments.... more

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    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments. This book provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing for the law and a practical guide to the preparation of the report. The first section addresses practical and ethical concerns, including the conduct of the forensic psychiatric evaluation, conflicts of interest, record keeping and confidentiality. The second section contains practical and detailed advice on preparing various types of report, including reports for use in criminal and civil litigation, civil commitment hearings and child custody proceedings. A final section covers special issues arising during report preparation including the use of psychological tests and the detection of malingering. This is an essential guide for anyone required to write a psychiatric report.

     
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    Source: Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin
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    ISBN: 9780521131841; 9780511895074; 9781139103152
    Other identifier:
    RVK Categories: YH 8100
    Edition: Online-Ausg.
    Subjects: MEDICAL / Mental Health; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Medical writing; Medical writing; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Forensic Psychiatry; Research Report; Expert Testimony; Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Medical writing
    Scope: Online-Ressource (1 online resource (300 p.)), digital, PDF file(s).
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    Title from publishers bibliographic system (viewed on 18 Feb 2013)

    Cover; The Psychiatric Report; Title; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Foreword; Editors' preface; Introduction; Context of the forensic report; Effects upon evaluees; Professional identity and its implications; Expectations from the legal system; Principles, guidelines, and standards; Purpose of textbook; References; Section 1 Principles of writing; Chapter 1 History and function of the psychiatric report; 1.1 Origins; 1.2 Uses and abuses; 1.3 Statutory regulation and academic input; 1.4 The rise of the guilds and professional self-regulation

    1.5 Contemporary views on the function of the psychiatric report1.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 2 Preparation; 2.1 The initial contact; 2.1.1 Case example; 2.2 Obtaining and examining the data; 2.2.1 Case example; 2.3 Marshaling the evidence; 2.3.1 Case example; Claim; Hierarchy of supporting evidence; Examine for exposure; Study and revise; State the reformulated opinion; 2.4 Communicating the opinion; 2.5 Summary; References; Chapter 3 Confidentiality and record keeping; 3.1 Confidentiality; 3.1.1 General principles; When working for the prosecution or court

    When working for the defenseHIPAA; 3.1.2 Confidentiality problems arising in practice; Evaluee requests; Reporting statutes; 3.1.3 Confidentiality issues other than to the evaluee; 3.1.4 Duty to third parties - the Tarasoff question; 3.1.5 Prosecutorial use of defense experts; Attorney-client privilege; Work product rule; The right to effective assistance of counsel; 3.1.6 Psychotherapist-patient privilege; Military law; Holder of the privilege; Exceptions to the privilege; Waiver of the psychotherapist-patient privilege in federal courts

    3.1.7 Confidentiality within a training program or group practice3.2 Record keeping; 3.3 Conclusion; References; Chapter 4 Ethics; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Ethical guidelines; 4.3 Ethical forensic practice; 4.4 Narratives; 4.5 Robust professionalism; 4.6 Conclusion; References; Chapter 5 Writing a narrative; 5.1 The construction of narrative; 5.2 Language and narrative; 5.3 Safeguards in constructing narrative; 5.4 Conclusion; References; Chapter 6 Draftsmanship; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Planning; 6.2.1 Data gathering; 6.2.2 Consider the audience for your report; 6.2.3 Organizing the report

    6.2.4 Outlining6.3 Writing the report; 6.3.1 Clarity; 6.3.2 Simplicity; 6.3.3 Brevity; 6.3.4 Humanity; 6.3.5 Opinion section; 6.3.6 Practical suggestions; 6.3.7 Ten pitfalls; 6.4 Editing; 6.5 Conclusion; References; Section 2 Structure and content; Chapter 7 Report structure; 7.1 The design of this section of the book; 7.2 The structure of a psychiatric report; 7.2.1 Preliminary and identifying information; 7.2.2 Introductory material; 7.2.3 Body of the report; 7.2.4 Opinion; 7.2.5 Concluding material; 7.3 Length; References; Chapter 8 Criminal litigation; 8.1 Introduction; 8.1.1 General

    8.1.2 Writing for the audience
  8. The psychiatric report
    principles and practice of forensic writing
    Contributor: Buchanan, Alec (HerausgeberIn); Norko, Michael A. (HerausgeberIn)
    Published: 2011
    Publisher:  Cambridge University Press, Cambridge

    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments.... more

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    The written report is central to the practice of psychiatry in legal settings. It is required of mental health professionals acting as expert witnesses in criminal cases, civil litigation situations, child custody proceedings and risk assessments. This book provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing for the law and a practical guide to the preparation of the report. The first section addresses practical and ethical concerns, including the conduct of the forensic psychiatric evaluation, conflicts of interest, record keeping and confidentiality. The second section contains practical and detailed advice on preparing various types of report, including reports for use in criminal and civil litigation, civil commitment hearings and child custody proceedings. A final section covers special issues arising during report preparation including the use of psychological tests and the detection of malingering. This is an essential guide for anyone required to write a psychiatric report

     
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    Contributor: Buchanan, Alec (HerausgeberIn); Norko, Michael A. (HerausgeberIn)
    Language: English
    Media type: Ebook
    Format: Online
    ISBN: 9780511895074
    Subjects: Evidence, Expert; Forensic psychiatry; Report writing; Medical writing
    Scope: 1 Online-Ressource (xix, 280 pages), digital, PDF file(s)
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    Machine generated contents note: Preface; Foreword Paul S. Appelbaum; Introduction Michael A. Norko and Alec Buchanan; Part I. Principles of Writing: 1. History and function of the psychiatric report Kenneth J. Weiss, Robert M. Wettstein, Robert L. Sadoff, J. Arturo Silva and Michael A. Norko; 2. Preparation Cheryl Wills; 3. Confidentiality and record keeping Howard Zonana; 4. Ethics Richard Martinez and Philip J. Candilis; 5. Writing a narrative Ezra E. H. Griffith, Aleksandra Stankovic and Madelon V. Baranoski; 6. Draftsmanship Phillip J. Resnick and Sherif Soliman; Part II. Structure and Content: 7. Report structure Alec Buchanan and Michael A. Norko; 8. Criminal litigation J. Richard Ciccone and Josh Jones; 9. Civil litigation Patricia Ryan Recupero and Marilyn Price; 10. Civil and sex-offender commitment Debra A. Pinals, Graham D. Glancy and Li-Wen Grace Lee; 11. Competency to practice and licensing Jeffrey S. Janofsky; 12. Child custody Peter Ash; 13. Employment: disability and fitness Robert P. Granacher, Jr.; Part III. Special Issues: 14. Writing for US federal courts Sally Johnson; 15. Incorporating psychological testing Madelon V. Baranoski; 16. Reasonable medical certainty Gregory B. Leong, J. Arturo Silva and Robert Weinstock; 17. Violence risk assessment Alec Buchanan and Michael A. Norko; 18. Malingering Charles Scott and Barbara McDermott; 19. Psychiatry and ethics in UK criminal sentencing John O'Grady; 20. Conclusion Alec Buchanan and Michael A. Norko; Index.