How Long to Read The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals

How Long Does it Take to Read The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals by Barton E. Bernstein

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A one-stop guide to testifying in court for mental health professionals Even the most seasoned mental health professionals can find themselves unnerved by the prospect of appearing in court, especially when presented with it for the first time. Those in the mental health field usually have no formal preparation for testifying in court, even though they often play an important part in many types of cases. The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals provides a concise yet comprehensive guide for practitioners preparing to appear in court. The authors employ their combined decades of legal work in the mental health field to provide a clear, no-nonsense handbook of what to expect, how to prepare, and what to look out for when testifying in court. Along with a general introduction to courts and the legal system, the text details topics such as: * Testifying both as an expert and involuntary witness * Protecting clients when bringing therapy into testimony * Preparing for testimony * Tips to use and lawyers' tricks to look out for when testifying in court Throughout the book, Bernstein and Hartsell use detailed case studies to provide specific examples. In addition, "legal light bulbs" offer important tips and facts, and appendices list relevant Web resources and provide common legal forms. A one-of-a-kind resource, The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals gives a complete view of your role in courtroom proceedings, offering a vital tool for both legal and mental health practices.

How long is The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals?

The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals by Barton E. Bernstein is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals aloud.

What Reading Level is The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals?

The Portable Guide to Testifying in Court for Mental Health Professionals is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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