PSYC39H3 Chapter Notes -Institute For Operations Research And The Management Sciences, John Wayne Gacy, Specific Weight
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The book focuses on canadian data and canadian contributions. Key studies covered in this chapter illustrate the role of media, canadians" perceptions of components of the criminal justice system, and rates and types of crimes for youth and adults. Crime and incarceration in canada have been situated in an international context, showing that relative to the united states we are in fairly good shape, although less so relative to. With respect to crime in canada, there are differences in terms of age and gender topics that are addressed in chapters 5 and 11, respectively. The purpose is to highlight key literature regarding offenders such that an evidence-based practice is described and supported, allowing its application to yield improved understanding and correctional outcomes (i. e. , reduced re-offending). While not a clinical how to book, this text is clearly intended to underscore the contribution that correctional psychology can make in addressing concerns about criminal behaviour in canada.
