When someone goes missing, every second counts. Applied psychology offers powerful tools to help investigators uncover critical clues, assess behavioral patterns, and predict the next moves of both the missing and those involved in their disappearance.

This groundbreaking book explores the psychological and forensic principles that drive successful missing persons investigations. From behavioral profiling and investigative interviewing to memory recall techniques and trauma-informed assessments, this guide provides a scientifically backed approach to locating individuals efficiently.

Through real-world case studies and expert insights, readers will learn how psychology can be applied to:

✔️ Understand victimology-why people go missing and how to assess risk factors.

✔️ Analyze suspect behavior-using forensic psychology to identify deception and intent.

✔️ Improve investigative interviewing-applying cognitive techniques to enhance memory recall.

✔️ Predict movement patterns-leveraging behavioral science to anticipate a missing person's next steps.

✔️ Enhance search and rescue operations-using psychological insights to refine search strategies.

Whether you're a law enforcement officer, private investigator, forensic psychologist, or concerned family member, this book serves as an essential guide to unlocking the power of psychology in the urgent and complex world of missing persons investigations.

A must-read for anyone looking to master the psychological strategies behind successful searches.