Forensic Psychology For Dummies
Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime
Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented.
Enter the world of crime €" understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society
Identify different types of crime €" from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes
Know who commits crimes, and why €" explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes
Take it to the streets €" follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys
Seek justice €" meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished
Deal with juveniles €" know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently, and review modern methods for treatment
Open the book and find:
Common criminal traits
The causes of violent crimes
Recent efforts to secure victims' rights
The processes used to solve crimes
A step-by-step walkthrough of the criminal justice process
Ways to recognize and fight back against crime
Jobs in the criminal justice field
Ten notorious, unsolved crimes
Country | USA |
Author | Steven Briggs |
Binding | Kindle Edition |
Edition | 1 |
EISBN | 9781118055335 |
Format | Kindle eBook |
Label | For Dummies |
Manufacturer | For Dummies |
NumberOfPages | 384 |
PublicationDate | 2011-02-04 |
Publisher | For Dummies |
ReleaseDate | 2011-02-04 |
Studio | For Dummies |