The Implicit Relation of Psychology and Law: Women and Syndrome Evidence

by Fiona Raitt and Suzanne Zeedyk

Book Overview

From a feminist perspective, the authors critically review the current use of psychology in law and identify a powerful collusion between the two fields which works actively against the interests of women. They provide support for their argument in such areas as child abuse, domestic violence, rape and abortion.

This groundbreaking international text draws on both research findings and case material from various countries including Australia,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415147824
• ISBN13: 9780415147828
• Release Date: June 2000
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.4"