Delinquency Theories

Appraisals and applications

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Law, Criminal law, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Crimes & Criminals, Criminology, Sociology
Cover of the book Delinquency Theories by John P. Hoffmann, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: John P. Hoffmann ISBN: 9781136855382
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: April 1, 2011
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: John P. Hoffmann
ISBN: 9781136855382
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: April 1, 2011
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Delinquency Theories: Appraisals and applications provides a fulsome and accessible overview of contemporary theories of juvenile delinquency.

The book opens with a comprehensive description of what a theory is, and explains how theories are created in the social sciences. Following on, each subsequent chapter is dedicated to describing an individual theory, broken down and illustrated within four distinct sections. Initially, each chapter tells the tale of a delinquent youth, and from this example a thorough review of the particular theory and related research can be undertaken to explain the youth’s delinquent behaviour. The third and fourth sections of each chapter critically analyze the theories, and provide a straightforward discussion of policy implications of each, thus encouraging readers to evaluate the usefulness of these theories and also to consider the relationship between theory and policy.

This text is an invaluable resource for both undergraduate and graduate students of subjects such as youth justice, delinquency, social theory, and criminology.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Delinquency Theories: Appraisals and applications provides a fulsome and accessible overview of contemporary theories of juvenile delinquency.

The book opens with a comprehensive description of what a theory is, and explains how theories are created in the social sciences. Following on, each subsequent chapter is dedicated to describing an individual theory, broken down and illustrated within four distinct sections. Initially, each chapter tells the tale of a delinquent youth, and from this example a thorough review of the particular theory and related research can be undertaken to explain the youth’s delinquent behaviour. The third and fourth sections of each chapter critically analyze the theories, and provide a straightforward discussion of policy implications of each, thus encouraging readers to evaluate the usefulness of these theories and also to consider the relationship between theory and policy.

This text is an invaluable resource for both undergraduate and graduate students of subjects such as youth justice, delinquency, social theory, and criminology.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Environmental Challenges and Governance by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Millennial Keynes by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Biodiversity and Conservation by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Nuclear Waste Politics by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Father Hunger by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book The Early Wittgenstein on Metaphysics, Natural Science, Language and Value by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book The Medieval World by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Local Journalism and Local Media by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Textile Conservation by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Getting Attention by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Place-based Curriculum Design by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Defence Reform in Croatia and Serbia--Montenegro by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book The Archaeology of Iberia by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book Transnationalism in the Balkans by John P. Hoffmann
Cover of the book The Principles of Sustainability by John P. Hoffmann
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy