Explaining the Classical Age of Criminology
Introduction This essay explores the Classical Age of Criminology, a foundational period in the study of crime and punishment that emerged during the Enlightenment ...
Crime is Inevitable in Urbanization
Introduction Urbanization, the process of population concentration into cities and urban areas, has been a defining feature of societal development since the Industrial Revolution. ...
Domestic Violence in the UK: A Health Promotion Perspective
Introduction Domestic violence remains a pervasive public health issue in the UK, impacting individuals, families, and communities across physical, psychological, and social dimensions. Defined ...
The Role of Race, Ethnicity, and Class in Shaping Perceptions of Criminality and Punishment
Introduction This essay explores the complex interplay of race, ethnicity, and social class in shaping societal perceptions of criminality and punishment within the context ...
How the Minds of Criminals Work
Introduction Understanding the psychological and social underpinnings of criminal behaviour is a complex yet crucial aspect of criminology and related disciplines. This essay explores ...
Modes of Participation in Crimes
Introduction This essay explores the concept of modes of participation in crimes within the context of UK criminal law. Participation refers to the ways ...
Exploring Crime and Deviance: Definitions, Relativity, Approaches, and Statistical Validity
Introduction This essay examines the concepts of crime and deviance within the field of criminology, addressing key learning outcomes related to their definitions, relativity, ...
The Historical Development of Criminology in Britain: Thinkers, Theories, and Models
Introduction This essay aims to provide a foundational resource for criminology students by exploring the historical development of criminology in Britain, focusing on the ...
According to Cesare Beccaria, the Aim of Punishment is to Prevent Crime: A Review and Critique of Punishment as a Means to Control Crime Rates
Introduction Cesare Beccaria, a foundational figure in classical criminology, argued that the primary purpose of punishment is to prevent crime by deterring both the ...
Juvenile Justice: Reform, Deterrence, and Protection Balance
Introduction The juvenile justice system occupies a contentious space within criminal law, tasked with the dual responsibility of holding young offenders accountable while safeguarding ...
