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here you guys can find my scanned notes on introduction to Psychology in bullet point. There is a study plan and then notes to the areas of focus. study plan is also in these images.

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Criminal or forensic psychology is a branch of the field of psychology which focuses on criminals. Criminal psychologists can engage in a number of activities related to criminal investigations, ranging from creating profiles of offenders or victims based on available information to conducting psychological testing of people on trial for various crimes. Training in criminal psychology can include a bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degree in psychology.

Criminal psychology should not be confused with criminal psychiatry; while both deal with mental health issues, psychiatry is heavily focused on the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, which can include a variety of therapies and treatment approaches, while psychologists study human behavior and the motivations behind it, which can include mental illness and ways in which it can be treated.

Researchers in criminal psychology are interested in what makes people commit criminal acts, ranging from the childhood environments of serial killers to the psychological pressures which lead people to rob banks to deal with financial problems. They are also interested in the ways in which criminals deal with the aftermath of a crime, including criminals who choose to run or act up in court

Some criminal psychologists focus on working with children who commit crimes or who are victims of crime. They usually have degrees in child psychology and have pursued additional training in criminology and forensic psychology, and they may help children as patients in a clinical practice, testify about child criminals in court, or offer assistance to criminal investigations involving children.

Human behavior--whether socially acceptable or not--is driven by how a person thinks and what her motivations are. The psychology of criminal behavior addresses the thought processes that result in deviant acts and the motivations that drive them. Both hereditary and environmental factors play a part in developing a person's tendency to engage in criminal activity.

Identification

Whenever someone breaks the law, the act is a deviation from what's considered socially acceptable and just. In effect, criminal behavior and deviant behavior go hand-in-hand. Criminal psychology examines the motivations, thoughts and intentions of those who defy the law on a habitual basis. The need to deviate from the norm plays a large role in the psychological make-up of a criminal. As with most any behavior, this is a learned coping skill that's may result from hereditary and environmental factors.

Societal Norms

The tendency to go against societal norms is something that starts out as frame of mind in which society and self are at odds. Defiance against authority and authority figures, to some degree, becomes the norm for someone inclined towards criminal behavior. Certain personality traits such as aggression and impulsiveness are characteristic of those who indulge in deviant behaviors. In most cases, an abusive and violent childhood upbringing is the training ground for this frame of mind to develop.

Nature Versus Nurture

Causes for criminal behavior are believed to involve both hereditary and environmental factors. Hereditary causes are linked to chemical imbalances within the brain brought about by gene mutations. These mutations target certain neurotransmitters, or chemicals, that regulate aggression and inhibitions. Dopamine, MAO, serotonin, epinephrine and norepinephrine are the neurotransmitters affected. However, hereditary factors alone do not ensure a person will lean towards deviant behaviors. Environmental influences become the tipping point when hereditary factors are present. When both factors are present, a person's tendency to engage in aggressive behaviors increases.

Antisocial Behavior

Antisocial personality traits are typically found in those who show a repeated disregard for the rule of law. Nonconformity, recklessness, aggression and deceitfulness are traits associated with antisocial behavior. As laws are set up to maintain social order and provide for the safety and well-being of others, antisocial behaviors work against these provisions. In effect, criminal types operate from a self-centered framework that shows little, if any regard, for the safety and well-being of others.

itz a good effort.
plz keep it up.
but being too much precise is somewhat risky here in psychology.we must explain it to a reasonable length and try to draw diagrams if possible.
Thanx

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ji ji i understand U guys got to wait for explained notes or books r there

Diagrams are necessary. But one should focus more at proper answering of theory.
Master ur theory first and than go on for diagrams..

seniorz
i have bought
introduction to psychology(7th edition)
abnormal psychology(11th edition)
n psychology part 1st n 2nd(MRS.SHEHER BANO)

SHOULD I JUST GO THROUGH ALL OF THESE BOOKS?....

@Xara

Need your advice & recommendation.

In the optionals I have chosen 400 marks subjects i.e Geography, Jounalism and Sciology. But for the remaining 200 marks I am not able to make final decision though I have shortlisted 03 subjects which is as per below.


1). Persian
2). Arabic
3). Psychology

Whats your opionion which subject I should choose when I have no background either of above mention choices.

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If you are really good in Arabic or persian, leave out psychology. Arabic Persian main se jo ziada achi tarha ati hai and easy lgti hai opt for tht.