Forensic Psychology in Germany

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The book explores the development of forensic psychology in Germany from the late 19th century until World War II, emphasizing its interdisciplinary origins and evolving focus. Initially aimed at understanding all participants in criminal proceedings, the field shifted towards a narrower concentration on witnesses by the inter-war period, influenced by courtroom demands. Through detailed analyses of significant trials, it investigates the ongoing tensions among various disciplines regarding psychological expertise and the lack of a dominant approach in forensic psychology by 1939.