Psychology and Crime

Routledge Modular Psychology

by David Putwain, Aidan Sammons

What does a Criminological Psychologist do? The popular image is that of a latter-day Sherlock Holmes helping the police to solve crimes and mysteries, but the reality is much more complex. Psychology and Crime is a new introduction to the topic of Criminological Psychology that helps dispel these popular myths by providing a comprehensive overview of the topic of Criminological Psychology.
The book includes both classic and contemporary psychological theory and research on a range of criminological issues including the nature, measurement and causes of crime, police work and offender profiling, eye-witness memory, trial procedures, jury decision making and the treatment of crime. Putwain and Sammons have produced an introductory text which covers the material on this topic in the A2 components of the AQA-B, OCR and Edexcel A-Level specifications. Psychology and Crime is also ideal for undergraduate students looking for an introduction to criminological psychology and for students studying psychology and media. It will also be useful for those who work in fields related to criminology such as the police and probation services, social workers and therapists.

216 pages, Paperback

First published May 10, 2002

Reviews

[Denise Lorusso · Rating 3 out of 5]

bello
finirlo è stato un parto (1 mese e mezzo per qualche pagina non è normale)
un bel mattoncino ma me la sono andata a cercare, essendo questo un libro accademico per laureati in psicologia
me lo aspettavo più bello comunque

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best psychology books I've read to date.
This was crammed with loads of interesting information and answered every question I had accumulated easily. It is set out in a simple way for every individual to understand and goes into a lot of depth about the profession of a criminological psychologist.
Everyone just assumes that their like the modern day Sherlock Homes and this book opposes this stereotypical view and opens our eyes to their daily job role, and real life.
It delves into both classical and contemporary theories and a range of criminological issues.
It is not just useful for individuals looking to go into the criminological field but also those who wish to enter or expand their knowledge on professions related to criminology such as probation officers, social workers, the police and therapists.

Very useful and very informative. 5 Stars.

[D.]

Psychology and Crime (Routledge Modular Psychology) by David Putwain (2002)

[Regina Hunter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Explained stuff better than my professor for 11 weeks!