Abstract
This subject examines psychological explanations of criminal behaviour, and the implications of these explanations for the criminal justice system. In addition to general theories of crime, specific problems such as drug abuse, and psychological disorder are examined from a psychological perspective. Attempts to alter criminal behaviour through deterrence and rehabilitation … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Biological bases of crimeLearning bases of crimeDrugs and crimeSexual deviance and crimeHuman violence and crimePsychological disorder and the lawCorrecting criminal behaviour
Assumed knowledge
It is assumed students will have knowledge equivalent to PSY111 or PSY101