Psychology and Crime

An Introduction to Criminological Psychology

Psychology and Crime explores the role of psychological theories and methods in understanding and managing criminal behaviour. This essential text provides an in-depth analysis of how psychological findings apply to serious crimes including arson, violent crime, and sexual offences.

Psychology and Crime explores the role of psychological theories and methods in understanding and managing criminal behaviour. This essential text provides an in-depth analysis of how psychological findings apply to serious crimes including arson, violent crime, and sexual offences.

The book examines the practical application of psychology within the criminal justice system, covering its application to the work of the police, courts, probation and prison services. It considers evidence-based crime reduction strategies and demonstrates how psychological insights inform contemporary approaches to criminal behaviour management.

Psychology and Crime is an introduction to the field for undergraduate and postgraduate students in psychology, criminology, sociology and related disciplines. It also provides a resource for professional training courses and is crucial reading for anyone planning a career in the criminal justice system.

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