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Criminal behavior. --- Juvenile delinquency.

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The authors are very well known in this small but growing subfield of criminology.They discuss biological and genetic research associated with criminality, as well as discuss research into specific environmental agents that cause, facilitate, or maintain criminal propensity. This text is geared for upper level undergraduate and graduate students in criminal justice and criminology, sociology, and psychology programs. Features and Benefits Introduces the reader to the life-course perspective, a "hot topic" in criminology theory Integrates both studies in life-course and research involving biological and genetic factors in crime behavior/propensity with discussions of cutting edge research Includes boxes on "Stanley," a life-course persistent thief, in each chapter. Illustration program contains diagrams of the brain and nervous system, photos, etc. to aid students' ...

Criminal behavior. --- Criminology.

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As our understanding of genetics increases, its use in criminal justice becomes more attractive. This timely book examines the use of genetic information both in criminal investigations and during the trial process. It discusses current scientific understanding and considers some potential legal, ethical and sociological issues with the use of genetic information. Topics include rights of privacy and consent in obtaining DNA samples, evidentiary issues in court, the impact of genetic evidence on punishment theory and sentencing, and genetic discrimination.

Criminal behavior --- Criminology. --- Criminal justice, Administration of. --- Genetic aspects.

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To understand the minds of serial killers, a journalist embarks on a disturbing project. Speaking first-hand to convicted serial killers and the psychiatrists and criminologists study their crimes, she gives a nuanced and troubling report on the personalities and motivations of men who have committed unthinkable crimes.

Serial murderers --- Criminal psychology. --- Criminal behavior, Prediction of. --- Psychology.

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Criminal behavior, Prediction of --- Criminal investigation --- Violent crimes --- Ross, Bart Allen,