The Psychology of Police Deadly Force Encounters

Recent events have highlighted both professional and public interest in the use of force by police, especially those involving officer-involved shootings. The Psychology of Police Deadly Force Encounters: Science, Practice, Policy is the first book to comprehensively review the scientific literature in neuropsychology, cognition, personality, and criminology as they relate to the mindset of an officer before, during, and after a deadly force incident. Chapter topics also illustrate practical applications of deadly force psychology to agency policy, training curricula, internal and legal investigation of cases, administrative and disciplinary measures, criminal prosecution, civil litigation, legal strategy, clinical services for officers and their families, and community relations, including an unflinching discussion of race and police use of force. The Psychology of Police Deadly Force Encounters presents an authoritative and practical guide for law enforcement managers, supervisors, trainers, investigators, lawyers, mental health clinicians, and police officers who may find themselves involved with a use of force or deadly force incident and need a clear roadmap for the complex journey ahead.