Art on Trial: Art Therapy in Capital Murder Cases by David E. Gussak (English) P

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Art on Trial by David E. Gussak Detailing an outstanding example of the use of forensic art therapy in a capital murder case, David E. Gussak, an art therapist contracted by the defense to analyze the images that were to be presented as evidence, recounts his findings and his testimony in court, as well as the future implications of his work for criminal proceedings. He describes the role of the art therapist as an expert witness in a murder case, the way to use art as evidence, and the conclusions and assessments that professionals can draw from a defendants artworks. He also examines the effectiveness of expert testimony as communicated by the prosecution, defense, and court, and weighs the moral, ethical, and legal consequences of relying on such evidence. For professionals and general readers, this gripping volume presents a convincing account of the ability of art to reflect a damaged and dangerous psyche. A leading text on an emerging field, Art on Trial demonstrates the practical applications of an innovative approach to clinical assessment and treatment. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A man kidnaps his two children, murders one, and attempts to kill the other. The prosecution seeks the death penalty, while the defense employs an unusual strategy to avoid the sentence. The defendants attorneys turn to more than 100 examples of his artwork, created over many years, to determine whether he was mentally ill at the time he committed the crimes. Detailing an outstanding example of the use of forensic art therapy in a capital murder case, David Gussak, an art therapist contracted by the defense to analyze the images that were to be presented as evidence, recounts his findings and his testimony in court, as well as the future implications of his work for criminal proceedings.Gussak describes the role of the art therapist as an expert witness in a murder case, the way to use art as evidence, and the conclusions and assessments that professionals can draw from a defendants artworks. He examines the effectiveness of expert testimony as communicated by the prosecution, defense, and court, and weighs the moral, ethical, and legal consequences of relying on such evidence. For professionals and general readers, this gripping volume presents a convincing account of the ability of art to reflect a damaged and dangerous psyche. A leading text on an emerging field, Art on Trial demonstrates the practical applications of an innovative approach to clinical assessment and treatment. Author Biography David E. Gussak, Ph.D., ATR-BC, is chair of the Department of Art Education and professor of the Graduate Art Therapy Program at Florida State University. He has published and lectured extensively on the use of art therapy in correctional settings and with violent and aggressive clients. Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Introduction: Assessments, Art Therapy, and Forensics Part I. Art and the Murderer: A Case Study 1. How It Began 2. The Jailhouse Meeting 3. More Art and the Follow-up Part II. Defending the Art 4. The Deposition 5. The Testimony Part III. Analysis and Implications 6. The Case Study: Summary, Reflections, and Ethics 7. Art Therapists as Expert Witnesses: Three More Capital Cases 8. Forensic Art Therapy Revisited References Review Art on Trial is a testament to the potent power of art as evidence. David Gussaks masterful presentation of the case, the client, and the art explains the role and value of art therapy in a court of law. His book is a triumph for art as evidence, expounding the value of art therapists as expert witnesses in legal proceedings as well as the advantages that art therapy offers. -- Marcia Liebman, Drexel University David Gussak has written a fascinating and important first-person account demonstrating the value of art therapy in the courtroom. His book represents an extraordinary interdisciplinary effort and will surely become a must-read for professionals in the fields of art therapy, criminology, and abnormal psychology. -- Jack Levin, Northeastern University, author of Serial Killers and Sadistic Murderers: Up Close and Personal and, with Gordana Rabrenovic, Why We Hate Promotional Detailing an outstanding example of the use of forensic art therapy in a capital murder case, David E. Gussak, an art therapist contracted by the defense to analyze the images that were to be presented as evidence, recounts his findings and his testimony in court, as well as the future implications of his work for criminal proceedings. He describes the role of the art therapist as an expert witness in a murder case, the way to use art as evidence, and the conclusions and assessments that professionals can draw from a defendants artworks. He also examines the effectiveness of expert testimony as communicated by the prosecution, defense, and court, and weighs the moral, ethical, and legal consequences of relying on such evidence. For professionals and general readers, this gripping volume presents a convincing account of the ability of art to reflect a damaged and dangerous psyche. A leading text on an emerging field, Art on Trial demonstrates the practical applications of an innovative approach to clinical assessment and treatment. Review Quote Art on Trial is a testament to the potent power of art as evidence. David Gussaks masterful presentation of the case, the client, and the art explains the role and value of art therapy in a court of law. His book is a triumph for art as evidence, expounding the value of art therapists as expert witnesses in legal proceedings as well as the advantages that art therapy offers. Promotional "Headline" Detailing an outstanding example of the use of forensic art therapy in a capital murder case, David E. Gussak, an art therapist contracted by the defense to analyze the images that were to be presented as evidence, recounts his findings and his testimony in court, as well as the future implications of his work for criminal proceedings. He describes the role of the art therapist as an expert witness in a murder case, the way to use art as evidence, and the conclusions and assessments that professionals can draw from a defendants artworks. He also examines the effectiveness of expert testimony as communicated by the prosecution, defense, and court, and weighs the moral, ethical, and legal consequences of relying on such evidence. For professionals and general readers, this gripping volume presents a convincing account of the ability of art to reflect a damaged and dangerous psyche. A leading text on an emerging field, Art on Trial demonstrates the practical applications of an innovative approach to clinical assessment and treatment. Excerpt from Book Read an excerpt from the chapter, "Art and the Murderer" (to view in full screen, click on icon in bottom right-hand corner) Details ISBN0231162510 Pages 256 Publisher Columbia University Press Year 2015 ISBN-10 0231162510 ISBN-13 9780231162517 Format Paperback Imprint Columbia University Press Subtitle Art Therapy in Capital Murder Cases Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Short Title ART ON TRIAL Language English Media Book Illustrations 58 black and white images DEWEY 616.891656 Publication Date 2015-02-10 Author David E. Gussak Translated from English UK Release Date 2015-02-10 AU Release Date 2015-02-10 NZ Release Date 2015-02-10 US Release Date 2015-02-10 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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