Criminological Psychology

The topics within this chapter includes:

Intro

• Key Terms
• Defining Criminological Psychology
• Crime & Antisocial Behaviour

Methodology

• Defining Methodological Terminology
• Lab Experiments
• Field Studies & Experiments
• Ethical Issues

Content

• Social Learning Theory
• The Role of The Media
• Labelling & Self-fulfilling Prophecy
• Token Economy Programmes
• Anger Management Programmes

Studies

• Loftus & Palmer (1974)
• Charlton et al (2000)
• Yuille & Cutshall (1986)
• Pickle (1998)
• Yarmey (2004)

Key Issue

• Criminals: Born or Made?