Presenting a definition of violent crime, its correlates, and its impacts, this textbook covers historical trends, poverty and abuse, sociological theory, psychological theory, biological factors, and institutional influences. It includes 150 photos, action boxes, case studies, tables and charts, references, and a glossary.
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Violence is a complex subject that is rooted in a multitude of disciplines, including not only criminology but also psychology, sociology, biology, and other social science disciplines. It is only through understanding violence as a concept that we can hope to respond to it appropriately and to prevent it. The Study of Violent Crime: Its Correlates
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