Policing and Psychology

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, Politics, Law Enforcement, Social Science, Crimes & Criminals, Criminology
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Author: Mr Nicholas Blagden ISBN: 9780857254665
Publisher: SAGE Publications Publication: February 22, 2012
Imprint: Learning Matters Language: English
Author: Mr Nicholas Blagden
ISBN: 9780857254665
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Publication: February 22, 2012
Imprint: Learning Matters
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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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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