Human Development and Criminal Behavior
Author | : Michael Tonry |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 333 |
Release | : 2012-12-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781461390558 |
ISBN-13 | : 1461390559 |
Rating | : 4/5 (58 Downloads) |
Download or read book Human Development and Criminal Behavior written by Michael Tonry and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human Development and Criminal Behavior proposes an exten- sive agenda for crime research. The book is part of a pio- neering effort to understand the causes of crime, particu- larly its developmental course. It defines and sets the con- ditions necessary to conduct an accelerated longitudinal study of individuals at risk to become engaged in criminal careers. This work offers a blueprint for research to eluci- date and possibly prevent crime in our society.