2010-2011 Academic Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSYC 245 - Psychological Perspectives on Criminal Behavior

Type of Course: First Seminar
Examines various types of criminal behavior according to psychological theories. We first will discuss major psychological theoretical perspectives on crime, including psychobiological theories, personality theories, learning theories, and developmental theories. We will then discuss the intersection between various mental disorders and criminal behavior. The third part of the course will address specific types of crime, including sex offending, serial killing, terrorism, and battering. The semester ends with a discussion of various legal issues related to mental health, including insanity and competency.

Instructor: Ms. Hines

When Offered: Offered periodically

Faculty: Denise Hines, Ph.D. -, William Warnken, Psy.D. –