Crime in Japan: A Psychological Perspective

by David P. Farrington and Laura Bui

Book Overview

This book reviews research on psychology and crime in Japan, and compares the findings with similar research conducted in Western industrialised countries. It examines explanations for crime and antisocial behaviour in Japan using research and theories from a psychological perspective. Topics covered include cultural explanations, developmental and life-course criminology, family violence and family risk factors, youth crime and early prevention,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3030140962
• ISBN13: 9783030140960
• Release Date: April 2019
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.8" x 8.3"