This book explores the use of applied research methods used in forensic settings and provides a 'how-to' book for forensic practitioners and researchers. Editors have backgrounds as both practitioners and researchers. 'There is no single way to do good research. The Editors of this text have taken a broad perspective, and contributions cover a wide range of research issues and specific methods applicable in forensic work. Chapters are authored by leading researchers, who explain their methods clearly, without sacrificing detail. This book will certainly be of use to students who are developing their research skills. I would also strongly recommend it to qualified practitioners who wish to gather information about their service users, evaluate their interventions, or better understand the systems in which they work with offenders. Whether your job is to catch and convict offenders, or to work with them to reduce risk, in this book you will find a way to answer some of the important questions you have no doubt asked in the past.'- Professor Mary McMurran, Institute of Mental Health, University of Nottingham