Sexually Harmful Behavior in Indian Adolescents

A Developmental Criminology Approach to Risk and Cognition

von Prithvi Raj, Krishna Kumar Mishra

134 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This brief bridges critical gaps in understanding sexually deviant behavior among Indian male adolescents by integrating developmental criminology theory with mixed method research. It offers a culturally nuanced exploration of antisocial cognition as a unique predictor, alongside sociolegal analyses of India’s juvenile justice system. The volume presents practical insights from case studies and evidence-based strategies to help researchers, clinicians, and policymakers address this understudied issue. It is essential reading for students & professionals in criminology, psychology, social work, and legal studies seeking culturally informed approaches to prevention and rehabilitation.

 

• Reihe: SpringerBriefs in Criminology
• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Soziale Dienste und Sozialwesen, Kriminologie Verbrechen und Kriminologie (Kriminalistik)
• ISBN: 9783032198143
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 02.05.2026
• Größe: 23.5 x 15.5 cm
• Verlag: Springer International Publishing