JUS 232 01 - Criminal Psychology

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Criminal Psychology (JUS 232)

Term: 2023-2024 Fall Semester

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JUS 232 Criminal Psychology
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
May be taken as a Social Science Elective
This course is an examination of psychology of human behavior as it relates to crime. This course will assist the student in understanding the factors that contribute to criminal behavior in order to determine appropriate intervention strategies. Emphasis will be placed on origins of criminal behavior, aggression, psychopathy, crime and mental disorders, homicide, and sexual assault. Biological, psychological, educational and situational factors are examined to assess behaviors, patterns, and motivations.