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Foundations of criminology

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Foundations of criminology

by Anissa Fencil
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1. What is Criminology?

Criminology studies the causes, consequences, and prevention of crime. It blends sociology, psychology, law, and public policy to understand criminal behavior and justice systems.

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2. History of Criminology

Criminology emerged from classical ideas about free will and deterrence, then expanded with positivism, sociology, and critical theory, shaping modern crime research and policy.

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3. Major Theories

Classical emphasizes free will and deterrence. Positivist seeks scientific causes. Strain and Social Learning explain crime through social pressures and learned behavior.

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4. Branches of Criminology

Key branches include criminology of behavior, criminal law, policing, and corrections. Each explores different stages of crime and justice.

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5. Crime Data & Measurement

Statistical sources like the Uniform Crime Reports and surveys help quantify crime, trends, and victimization to evaluate policy effectiveness.

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6. Research Methods

Criminology uses case studies, surveys, experiments, and ethnography to uncover causes and test interventions.

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7. Causes of Crime

Causes span biological, psychological, and sociological factors, including poverty, peer influence, and genetic predispositions.

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8. Prevention & Control

Prevention involves policy, community programs, policing strategies, education, and rehabilitation to reduce crime and recidivism.

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9. Ethics in Criminology

Ethical issues include privacy, bias, informed consent, and the responsible use of data in research and policing.

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10. Careers in Criminology

Career paths include research, policy analysis, crime prevention, social services, and roles in law enforcement and corrections.
 
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