Criminal Psychology Step by Step: Understanding the Minds Behind the Crimes: Decoding the Layers of Criminal Motivation (Social Science Step by Step)

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Why do people commit crimes? What drives serial offenders, white-collar criminals, or impulsive acts of violence? Criminal psychology is a complex and evolving field that examines the thoughts, emotions, and motivations of those who break the law. Criminal Psychology Step by Step provides a structured, in-depth analysis of criminal behavior, blending psychology, sociology, law, and neuroscience to help readers understand the deeper forces behind crime.

This book is an essential resource for criminal psychology students, law enforcement professionals, forensic psychologists, criminologists, lawyers, and true crime enthusiasts who want a step-by-step breakdown of offender behavior, profiling techniques, interrogation methods, and rehabilitation strategies.

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What You’ll Learn Inside:The Foundations of Criminal PsychologyThe distinction between criminal psychology, criminology, and forensic psychologyBiological, psychological, and social influences on criminal behaviorResearch methodologies used to study crime and the ethical dilemmas involved__Theories of Criminal BehaviorPsychodynamic theories: How unconscious conflicts and childhood trauma contribute to crimeBehavioral and cognitive models: How crime is learned and rationalizedSocial learning theories: The impact of family, peers, and media on criminal tendenciesEvolutionary and biological frameworks: The genetic and neurological basis of crime__Criminal Profiling and Investigation TechniquesCrime scene analysis and forensic profiling: Understanding offender behavior through evidenceBehavioral profiling methods used by the FBI and law enforcementVictimology: How offenders select and interact with their victimsGeographic profiling: Mapping criminal patterns to track offendersCybercrime profiling: Uncovering digital criminals and online fraud__Motivations and Triggers Behind CrimeIntrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation: What pushes someone to offend?Psychological triggers leading up to violent or premeditated crimesEconomic pressures and material incentives for financial and white-collar crimeHate-driven, ideological, and political extremism__Interrogation and Deception DetectionHow law enforcement interviews suspects and witnesses effectivelyDetecting deception through behavioral and verbal cuesCognitive interview techniques for improving memory recallThe psychology behind false confessions and interrogation ethics__Crime Prevention, Rehabilitation, and RecidivismRisk assessment tools used in the justice systemPsychological treatment programs for offendersStrategies for reducing recidivism and reintegrating criminals into societyThe future of criminal psychology with AI, neuroscience, and forensic advancements____

Who Should Read This Book?

✔ Students and educators in criminal psychology, criminology, and forensic science
✔ Law enforcement and forensic professionals seeking insights into offender behavior
✔ Legal professionals and policymakers aiming to refine crime prevention strategies
✔ True crime enthusiasts wanting a deeper understanding beyond media portrayals
✔ Psychologists, sociologists, and researchers studying crime and human behavior

With real-world case studies, psychological theories, and practical applications, this book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by criminal minds.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DW99XCTJ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 6, 2025
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 166 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8309606696
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.9 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.38 x 9 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Social Science Step by Step