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Behavioural Analysis of Crime: Studies in David Canter´s Investigative Psychology
Donna Youngs
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Description for Behavioural Analysis of Crime: Studies in David Canter´s Investigative Psychology
Paperback. Studies in investigative psychology require a special methodology, developed by David Canter to allow scientific explorations in such a challenging field, previously assumed not to be open empirical study. In this book the practical potential and applications of the research are given. Editor(s): Youngs, Dr. Donna. Series Editor(s): Canter, Professor David. Series: Psychology, Crime and Law. Num Pages: 300 pages, Includes 28 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: JKV. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 166 x 21. Weight in Grams: 560.
The intense interest in 'offender profiling' generated by FBI special agents, gave rise to an explosion of studies in a new area called ’investigative psychology’ by its originator David Canter. This develops understanding of offenders' behaviour that can be harnessed to improve investigations. In this rapidly developing area much has been learnt about what offenders reveal about themselves through their styles of offending. Beyond criminals’ actions the location of their crimes can also reveal where the offender lives or which offences can be linked as part of the same series. Investigative psychologists also explore how to interview witnesses and suspects ... Read more
The intense interest in 'offender profiling' generated by FBI special agents, gave rise to an explosion of studies in a new area called ’investigative psychology’ by its originator David Canter. This develops understanding of offenders' behaviour that can be harnessed to improve investigations. In this rapidly developing area much has been learnt about what offenders reveal about themselves through their styles of offending. Beyond criminals’ actions the location of their crimes can also reveal where the offender lives or which offences can be linked as part of the same series. Investigative psychologists also explore how to interview witnesses and suspects ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
Series
Psychology, Crime and Law
Number of Pages
326
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780754626282
SKU
V9780754626282
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About Donna Youngs
Dr Donna Youngs is a reader, University of Huddersfield, UK. She works closely with David Canter on the Centre's research programme looking at crime and criminal behaviour.
Reviews for Behavioural Analysis of Crime: Studies in David Canter´s Investigative Psychology
'... Youngs has edited a collection of clear, concise studies situating Investigative Psychology as a field of applied research making groundbreaking contributions to the study of crime and criminal behavior.' International Criminal Justice Review ’I enthusiastically recommend this discussion of the science, philosophy and style of behavioral analysis pioneered by the unique vision and drive of David Canter ... Read more