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Policing and Psychology

Policing and Psychology

Paperback

Series: Policing Matters

CriminologyGeneral Political ScienceGeneral Psychology

ISBN10: 0857254650
ISBN13: 9780857254658
Publisher: Learning Matters
Published: Feb 22 2012
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.20 Width: 6.60 Depth: 9.40
Language: English
This book draws on a range of psychological theories, concepts and research to explore the role and relevance of psychology to modern day policing. It focuses on key issues including psychological theories of criminal behaviour, interpersonal skills, stereotyping and prejudice, profiling, the psychological effects of crime on victims, and burnout and stress on offiers. The text is underpinned by reflectie activities and case studies encouraging a critical understanding of psychology applied to policing practice. This book provides an accessible and up-to-date textbook for those studying and teaching policing, psychology and criminology.

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