Dewey Decimal364.360973
Table Of ContentSection One: Nature and Extent of Delinquency Chapter 1: Defining Delinquency Chapter 2: Measuring DelinquencySection Two: Delinquency Theories Chapter 3: Choice and Biological theories Chapter 4: Psychological Theories Chapter 5: Sociological Theories: Cultural Deviance, Strain, and Social Control Chapter 6: Sociological Theories: Labeling and Conflict Chapter 7: Developmental Theories Chapter 8: Female Delinquency TheoriesSection Three: The Social Context of Delinquency Chapter 9: The Family and Delinquency Chapter 10: Schools and Delinquency Chapter 11: Violence, Drug Use, and Delinquency Chapter 12: Peer Group and Gang DelinquencySection Four: Special Topics Chapter 13: The Juvenile Justice System Chapter 14: Delinquency Prevention
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SynopsisDelinquency in Society, Eighth Edition, provides a systematic introduction to the study of juvenile delinquency. This best-selling text covers the basic theories behind the cause of juvenile crimes, the sociological effects of juvenile delinquency, and the impact of juvenile crime on families, schools, and peer groups. Delinquency prevention programs and basic coverage of delinquency as it relates to the criminal justice system are also included to add context and help student comprehension.Key Features:-Offers the most current information on criminological studies from other fields that relate to juvenile delinquency such as psychology, psychiatry, and public health -Provides a balanced presentation of information, theories, and research to give readers an objective perspective without an ideological bias -Accompanied by a Companion Website featuring secure Instructor and Student Resources Instructor Resources:-Test Bank-Lecture Outline (Word doc.)-PowerPoint Lecture OutlinesStudent Companion Website (secure)Bundles:-Delinquency 8e w/access to SCW-Delinquency 8e with eChapters -Current Topics in Juvenile Delinquency, Delinquency In Society, Eighth Edition, Provides A Systematic Introduction To The Study Of Juvenile Delinquency. This Best-Selling Text Covers The Basic Theories Behind The Cause Of Juvenile Crimes, The Sociological Effects Of Juvenile Delinquency, And The Impact Of Juvenile Crime On Families, Schools, And Peer Groups. Delinquency Prevention Programs And Basic Coverage Of Delinquency As It Relates To The Criminal Justice System Are Also Included To Add Context And Help Student Comprehension. Key Features: -Delinquency Around The Globe Offers A Look At The Nature And Problems Of Delinquency From An International Perspective. -Delinquency Controversy Explores Hotbed Issues That Are Sure To Encourage Debate And Discussion. -Delinquency Prevention Discusses Various Tactics And Strategies That Are Currently Being Employed To Prevent Serious Delinquency Before It Begins.