FPSY 507 - Psychology of Criminal Behavior

This course focuses on evidence-based theories of criminal behavior, including biological, psychological and sociological theories. The relationship of trauma and SUD to criminal behavior will also be explored, methods of prevention, early intervention and treatment. It is designed to introduce the student to the complexities of developmental (juvenile) delinquency, adult crime including criminal homicide, sexual offenses, SUD and co-occurring disorders, human aggression, economic and public order crime. The course will cover biological, sociological, psychological theories of criminal behavior.

Course credits: 3