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Criminal behavior : a psychological approach /

Bartol, Curt R., 1940-

Criminal behavior : a psychological approach / created by Curt R. Bartol and Anne M. Bartol. - Eleventh edition. Global edition - xxi, 644 pages ; 28 cm

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction to criminal behavior
Origins of criminal behavior: Developmental risk factors
Origins of criminal behavior : biological factors
Origins of criminal behavior: learning and situational factors
Human aggression and violence
Juvenile delinquency
Psychopathy
Crime and mental disorders
Homicide, assault and intimate partner and family violence
Multiple murder, school and workplace violence
Psychology of modern terrorism
Sexual assault
Sexual abuse of children and youth
Burglary, home invasions, thefts, and white-collar offenses
Violent economic crime, cybercrime, and crimes of intimidation
Substance abuse and crime

A comprehensive psychological approach to criminal and antisocial behavior. Building on a tradition of excellence, Criminal Behavior: A Psychological Approach is accurate, well-researched, contemporary, and comprehensive. It offers a detailed look at crime, what may lead to it, and how criminal behavior may be prevented -- all from a psychological perspective. With a focus on serious crimes, particularly those involving violence, this text offers an all-inclusive look at a very complex field through effective and engaging material that has been classroom-tested for more than thirty years

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Criminal psychology.
Criminal behavior--United States.

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