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The Psychology of Criminal and Violent Behaviour
David R. Lyon
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Description for The Psychology of Criminal and Violent Behaviour
Paperback. A core text for psychology of criminal behaviour courses offered out of psychology and criminology departments nation-wide. Num Pages: 416 pages, 39 figures; 32 photos; 23 tables. BIC Classification: JKVQ; JMK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 255 x 204 x 16. Weight in Grams: 754.
The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour is a thrilling and comprehensive introduction to the psychological theories of criminality and violence. It examines how psychology and biology both play a role in understanding what may lead individuals to commit crime. Theoretical in approach, The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour ensures that material is presented in a way that meets the needs of both psychology and criminology students. The text includes exciting case studies and research boxes, chapter introductions and summaries, a marginal glossary, and thoughtful review questions to enhance student understanding and engagement. From genetic influences to developmental theories, serial killers to ... Read more
The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour is a thrilling and comprehensive introduction to the psychological theories of criminality and violence. It examines how psychology and biology both play a role in understanding what may lead individuals to commit crime. Theoretical in approach, The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour ensures that material is presented in a way that meets the needs of both psychology and criminology students. The text includes exciting case studies and research boxes, chapter introductions and summaries, a marginal glossary, and thoughtful review questions to enhance student understanding and engagement. From genetic influences to developmental theories, serial killers to ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Open University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Number of Pages
416
Place of Publication
, Canada
ISBN
9780199010080
SKU
V9780199010080
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-3
About David R. Lyon
David R. Lyon is Associate Professor in the Department of Criminology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Canada. Andrew Welsh is Associate Professor and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University, Brantford, Canada.
Reviews for The Psychology of Criminal and Violent Behaviour
This text will provide you with a great overview of theories associated with criminal behaviour in a way that is understandable and engaging.
Janelle Jackiw, University of Regina and Lethbridge College I like the case study examples, very descriptive, relevant, and objective. Excellent topics discussed throughout. ... Read more
Janelle Jackiw, University of Regina and Lethbridge College I like the case study examples, very descriptive, relevant, and objective. Excellent topics discussed throughout. ... Read more