Psyc Persp Criminal Behavior    3 s.h

Catalog description

This seminar examines criminal behavior through major psychological frameworks, including biopsychological, developmental, behavioral, social, and personality perspectives. With emphasis on evaluating empirical research, comparing theoretical models, and assessing the explanatory strengths and limitations of each approach. Students will apply psychological constructs to case material and critically analyze the ethical implications of psychological explanations for responsibility, assessment, and intervention. Prereq.: C or better in PSYC 2617 .