ABSTRACT

Frontiers in Developmental and Life-Course Criminology advances the field of developmental and life-course criminology (DLC) by highlighting some recent methodological innovations, and exploring the ways in which DLC criminologists are helping to bridge the gap between science and service by their engagement with policymakers and government and non-government agencies.

The book is united by three related themes: the use of new data sources including government administrative data systems, the development of intervention and prevention strategies grounded in DLC research, and resilience, prosocial behaviour, and strengths-based approaches.

This book opens up new possibilities for the future of DLC research, orienting the DLC field as one that prioritises the achievement of better outcomes for individuals and society.

chapter Chapter 1|8 pages

Introduction

chapter Chapter 2|11 pages

Linked Administrative Data

Providing Unique Solutions to Key Challenges in Developmental and Life-Course Criminology

chapter Chapter 6|11 pages

The Life Event Calendar Methodology

Challenges and Considerations for DLC Research

chapter Chapter 7|13 pages

“Life History Research” with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

How Indigenous Methodologies Inform Culturally Appropriate Research

chapter Chapter 8|11 pages

Rumbles Quest

A Digital Game-Based Assessment of Social and Emotional Wellbeing in Middle Childhood

chapter Chapter 9|11 pages

Knowledge Brokers as Agents for Change

The Role of Lived Experience and Translational Research in Breaking Intergenerational Cycles of Offending

chapter Chapter 12|12 pages

Understanding Pathways to Inform Prevention

A Programme of Research on Child Maltreatment and Youth Offending Behaviour

chapter Chapter 15|8 pages

Commentary

Developmental and Life-Course Criminology Has Come of Age!