Category: Criminal Behavior

It is important for high school students who are interested in going into the criminal justice system to be educated on the field and the different careers made available to them. Careers in the criminal justice field are in high demand by United States citizens for both increased protection and better prison facilities. According to…

Imagine it, you have found the love of your life! He is tall, great head of hair, gorgeous eyes and a smile that could charm the pants off anyone. You could not be happier or more in love. Then, not long after your wedding day, everything changes. He is soon monitoring your every action. Giving…

Deviance mainly refers to the contravening of norms and standards as set out in a particular society. Crime, on the other hand, involves the violation of laws set by the government aimed at controlling erratic behaviors. Crime thus represents a form of social deviance since it involves breaking the law by engaging in acts sanctioned…

Introduction Forensic psychology and criminal behavior are interrelated, as they are both concerned with human behavior and character. Forensic psychology can be defined as the application of psychological knowledge and methods to address legal matters in crime, clinical, civil, or administrative proceedings. Forensic psychology explores the relationship between human behavior and the justice system (Tomlin,…

Table of Contents Introduction Murder after Sex Offence Assaults after Sex Offence Causes of Addiction to Sex Offences Case Study: Ted Bundy Conclusion Reference List Introduction Most sex offenders are characterized by recidivism with or without punishment and counseling after their initial offenses. We are all to question the effectiveness of our courts and correction…

Elliott, S., & Reid, M. (2019). Low-income Black mothers parenting adolescents in the mass incarceration era: The long reach of criminalization. American Sociological Review, 84(2), 197-219. Web. This qualitative study analyzes the in-depth interviews with 46 Black mothers from low-income socio-cultural backgrounds to define and elaborate on the connection between criminalization and family life. The…