Theories of Delinquency

Theories of Delinquency
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 401
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ISBN-13 : 9780195374179
ISBN-10 : 0195374177
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Book Synopsis Theories of Delinquency by : Donald J. Shoemaker

Download or read book Theories of Delinquency written by Donald J. Shoemaker and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Surveys the major theoretical approaches to understanding delinquent behavior, both biological and psychological. It features careful explanations of the major theories and analyzes each theory's underlying assumptions, the important concepts behind it, and finally the critical evaluations of the research associated with each theory presented.


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