DAY 12

THIS IS MY TWELFTH  DAY LEARNING ABOUT PSYCHOLOGY AND WRITE WHAT I LEARN


 Criminal Psychology



Objectives of Criminal Psychology The primary goals of criminal psychology include:


  • Understanding the motives behind crime: This involves exploring the psychological and social factors that drive individuals to commit crimes.

  • Developing investigative techniques: Criminal psychology contributes to the development of more effective methods for interrogating suspects and analyzing behavioral evidence









Areas of Research in Criminal Psychology Criminal psychology encompasses a wide range of research areas, including:


  • Offender profiling: Analyzing crime scenes and offender behavior to create a psychological profile of the perpetrator.

  • The psychology of violence: Understanding the factors that contribute to violent behavior, such as aggression and impulsivity.

  • The rlationsheip between mental illness and crime: Exploring the link between mental disorders and criminal behavior.

 Criminal psychology offers valuable insights into the criminal mind and contributes to our understanding of crime. It plays a crucial role in crime prevention, rehabilitation, and the justice system.


 

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