Criminal Behavior: A Psychological Approach (11th Global Edition) offers a comprehensive and empirically grounded exploration of criminal and antisocial behavior through a psychological lens. Authored by Curt Bartol, this authoritative text delves into the intricate factors that contribute to crime, the psychological underpinnings of criminal actions, and effective strategies for prevention. With a rich history of classroom testing spanning over three decades, this 11th Global Edition delivers accurate, well-researched, and contemporary insights into a complex field.
The book provides an in-depth examination of serious crimes, with a particular emphasis on violent offenses. The Eleventh Edition is thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the field, including revised crime definitions, updated DSM-5 categories, and the most current statistical data. It also introduces recently proposed models and theories that enhance our understanding of criminal behavior. Significant topics such as intimate partner violence, juvenile sex offending, terrorist recruitment, elderly abuse, and sexual burglary are covered with greater depth and detail than in previous editions, ensuring readers have access to the most relevant and extensive information available.
Publication Details:
- Author: Curt Bartol
- Edition: 11th Global Edition
- Publisher: Pearson
- ISBN-10: 134163745
- ISBN-13: 978-0134163741
- Publication Date: February 5, 2016