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December 12, 2021
10 Reasons Police Trust is a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
The distrust in the police is the result of a self-fulfilling prophecy. When police perform badly, they lose trust. This distrust leads to a cycle of poor behavior, which also leads to an increased in crimes. More crimes lead to more stress on the police to do their job. As a result, more corruption inevitably follows. This vicious circle keeps a society divided.
Why Is Police Recruitment Declining?
Many police departments have experienced a decline in recruitment. A recent study from the Police Executive Research Forum revealed that, compared to the past, applications for police jobs have decreased by 63%. Not only is the overall number of applicants decreasing, but they are also retiring early.
The Best Theories in Criminal Justice
Theoretical research has focused on reasons people commit crimes. These theories can be classified as cognitive, behavioral or psychological. Psychodynamic theories are based upon childhood experiences and attempt to understand the reasons why certain behaviors occur.
November 12, 2021
Juvenile Delinquency and Antisocial Factors
When we speak of biological [or biosocial] criminology, it could be argued that environmental conditions affect the biological characteristics of a person, which may lead to crime. Several studies have examined the link between antisocial conduct and biosocial factors.
Understanding why Pennsylvania schools are falling behind
The common understanding is that Pennsylvania schools are falling behind. The question is why that is the case. There are few answers to help us grasp the nature of the problem. This post examines, albeit briefly here, a few issues, which might explain the reason certain schools across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are not meeting expected goals.
Examining the extent of institutional corruption in Russia
How to best understand the extent of institutional corruption in Russia? The debate is growing about corruption around the world. Not much is known about the reason groups or individuals engage in corruption. But much less is known about institutional corruption in Russia.
June 17, 2021
Understanding how public schools work
School leaders often do their job by relying on pre-defined rules and procedures. A school leader often has a road-map to follow. The leader often has no choice but to adhere to the rules set forth by an external entity. Such rules often determine the way the school must function.
Understanding public school operations
School leaders often do their job by relying on pre-defined rules and procedures. A school leader often has a road-map to follow. The leader often has no choice but to adhere to the rules set forth by an external entity. Such rules often determine the way the school must function.
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June 4, 2021
The purpose of education
Education is a contested notion. Most modern societies do not grasp the concept. I could not refute your position if it were to be contrary to my views. I would not find it odd if you were to contest my stance about the notion.
The Purpose of Education
Education is a contested notion. Most modern societies do not grasp the concept. I could not refute your position if it were to be contrary to my views. I would not find it odd if you were to contest my stance about the notion.
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Ben Wood Post
This blog is a promotional tool. It is also a rough draft of Dr. Ben Wood Johnson’s thoughts and opinions. Nonetheless, keep in mind that the views articulated here may not be politically correct. The
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