2002, ISBN: 9780275973360

What can be done to prevent behavior?. Using both case studies and theoretical constructs from several different fields, this work provides an overview of the diverse mix of factors that … Mehr…

What can be done to prevent behavior?. Using both case studies and theoretical constructs from several different fields, this work provides an overview of the diverse mix of factors that create individuals with a propensity to resort to. Product DescriptWhy are some people and aggressive while others are not? Where do these negative emots and acts come from? What can be done to prevent behavior? Drawing upon years of research and experience as a therapist, lecturer, and consultant to law enfor and business, Moft presents a broad perspective on the psychological and sociological roots of aggress. Using both case studies and theoretical constructs from several different fields, this work provides an overview of the diverse mix of factors that create individuals with a propensity to resort to . Topics include domestic , the child, mass murder, ism, serial , murder for hire, and hate crimes. Moft also details the growing phenomena of road rage, air rage, and sports rage.Avoiding complex psychological jargon, Moft helps the general reader to understand and easily apply these concepts. He also addresses intervent techniques and deterrents to criminal behavior, ranging from rehabilitat, to revised prison sentencing, to the death penalty. Stories of successful intervent and recovery round out the volume.ReviewProviding many gory details of crimes, this book is recommended for those interested in past and current criminal cases involving individuals. All levels. -ChoiceWith a smooth blend of intelligent analysis and lurid, true-crime stories, Mof creates a stimulating arena for the study of behavior. . . . this book reinforces the value of offering meaningful engagements and relatships to adoles. It is good reading and particularly revealing for those readers in a posit to touch the lives of adoles. -VoyaMof presents a broad perspective on the psychological and sociological roots of aggress. Using both case studies and theoretical constructs from several different fields, this work provides an overview of the diverse mix of factors that create individuals with a propensity to resort to . -AdolescenceReviewVery enlightening, well-researched, and compelling. . . as timely as todays news broadcasts. (Bert Allen, Chair of Social Learning/Professor of Psychology, Milligan College)A very practical book for people who want to learn about behavior. (John E. Otto, Former Acting Director, FBI, Chestertown, MD)About the AuthorGREGORY K. MOFT has been a college professor for 19 years and a private practice therapist, specializing in children, since 1987. He has addressed hundreds of audiences, including law enfor professals, parenting groups, and schools on the topic of homicide risk assessment and regularly lectures at the FBI Academy at Quantico, Virginia. He is a Diplomat with the American College of Forensic Examiners. He writes a regular newspaper column addressing families and children and consults with businesses on risk assessment and prevent. Gut, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Binding: Hardcover, Publication Date: 30-04-2002, Publication Year: 30-04-2002, Country of Origin: USA, United States, Manufacturer/Packer/Importer Details: ERGODE, Net Quantity/Number of Units: 1, Dimensions (LxWxH) - Inches: 1.1X9.3X5.9, ISBN-10: 0275973360, ISBN-13: 9780275973360, SKU: SONG0275973360, Publikationsname: A Violent Heart, EAN: 9780275973360, Format: Gebundene Ausgabe, Anzahl der Seiten: 262 Seiten, Sprache: Englisch, Praeger Publishers, 2002<

ISBN: 9780275973360

Praeger. Hardcover. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library co… Mehr…

Praeger. Hardcover. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included., Praeger, 2.5<