A groundbreaking exploration of youth crime through neuroscience, psychology, and criminology
Why do some youth engage in deviant and criminal behavior, while others do not?
What role do brain development, personality traits, and social influences play in youth crime?
Youth Delinquency, Crime, and Justice: A Neuropsychological-Criminological Perspective, by integrating neuropsychology and criminology, offers an innovative and comprehensive look at youth crime. Taking an interdisciplinary approach to understanding youth crime, this book examines the biological and social mechanisms that shape youth delinquency.
With contributions from leading scholars and practitioners from the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Canada, and Iran, this book presents cutting-edge research on topics such as cognitive neuroscience, moral intelligence, peer influences, and the neurobiological basis of antisocial behavior. Structured in two parts—Theory and Research, and Policy and Practice—the book bridges the gap between scholarly research and practical applications, providing valuable insights for researchers and practitioners in the field.
Youth Delinquency, Crime, and Justice: A Neuropsychological-Criminological Perspective is an essential resource for academics, students, and practitioners in the field, including neuroscientists, forensic psychologists, legal professionals, and policymakers. Whether used in courses on forensic psychology, neurocriminology, or juvenile justice or as a reference for professionals working with at-risk youth, this text presents the latest research and best practices to inform effective interventions and policies.
