Psychopathology of Crime Criminal Behavior As a Clinical Disorder

Name: Psychopathology of Crime Criminal Behavior As a Clinical Disorder
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ISBN: 9780125761604

ISBN-10: 0125761600

ISBN-13: 9780125761604

Edition: 1993

Authors: Adrian Raine

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This book takes an uncompromising look at how we define psychopathology and makes the argument that criminal behavior can and perhaps should be considered a disorder. Presenting sociological, genetic, neurochemical, brain-imaging, and psychophysiological evidence, it discusses the basis for criminal behavior and suggests, contrary to popular belief, that such behavior may be more biologically determined than previously thought. Key Features * Presents a new conceptual approach to understanding crime as a disorder * Is the most extensive review of biological predispositions to criminal behavior to date * Analyzes the familial and extra-familial causes of crime * Reviews the…

Book details

List price: $69.95
Copyright year: 1993
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 377
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.25" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.540
Language: English



Crime and the Nature of Psychopathology


Crime in the Context of Evolution


Genetics and Crime


Neurochemistry


Neuropsychology


Brain Imaging


Psychophysiology


Other Biological Factors: Head Injury, Pregnancy, and Birth Complications, Physical Appearance, Hormones, Diet, and Lead


Cognitive Deficits


Familial Influences


Extrafamilial Influences


Is Crime a Disorder?


References


Author Index


Subject Index