ABSTRACT

Violence is a complex subject that is rooted in a multitude of disciplines, including not only criminology but also psychology, sociology, biology, and other social science disciplines. It is only through understanding violence as a concept that we can hope to respond to it appropriately and to prevent it. The Study of Violent Crime: Its Correlates

chapter 1|22 pages

Introduction to the Study of Violence

chapter 2|22 pages

Trends in Violence

chapter 3|12 pages

Correlates of Violence

chapter 4|16 pages

Sociological Aspects of Violence

chapter 6|18 pages

Biological Factors and Violence

chapter 7|26 pages

Exposure to Violence

chapter 8|20 pages

Violent Crimes

chapter 9|10 pages

Gangs and Violence

chapter 10|14 pages

Hate Crimes

chapter 11|10 pages

Shame and Violence

chapter 13|8 pages

Victimology and Violence