Criminal Psychology

Understanding the Minds Behind the Crime

What you'll learn

Understanding the Psychological Theories of Crime

Criminal Profiling and Behavior Analysis

The Role of Mental Health in Crime

Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation Strategies

Requirements

Basic Knowledge of Psychology

Interest in Criminal Justice

Critical Thinking Skills

No Formal Prerequisites

Description

This Criminal Psychology course offers a comprehensive exploration into the psychological theories, behaviors, and mental health factors that drive criminal actions. Through a combination of theory, case studies, and practical applications, students will gain a deeper understanding of criminal behavior, criminal profiling, and the relationship between psychology and the criminal justice system. Key topics include psychological theories of crime, the impact of mental health disorders on criminal actions, forensic psychology, and crime prevention strategies. Students will also learn the techniques used in profiling offenders, evaluating criminal behavior, and assessing psychological risk. Whether you're pursuing a career in psychology, criminology, law enforcement, or simply have an interest in understanding the criminal mind, this course provides valuable insights into the factors that influence crime and justice.Throughout the course, you will delve into the psychological profiles of various offenders, including serial killers, violent criminals, and white-collar criminals, while examining the role of mental health in their actions. You will also explore the tools and techniques used by forensic psychologists to assess and evaluate criminal behavior, including psychological assessments and risk evaluations. In addition, the course will provide you with an understanding of crime prevention methods and rehabilitation strategies, focusing on how psychological approaches can reduce recidivism and promote justice. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to apply psychological principles in real-world criminal investigations and legal contexts.

Overview

Section 1: General Introduction to Criminal Psychology

Lecture 1 Introduction to Criminal Psychology

Lecture 2 The Role of a Criminal Psychologist

Lecture 3 History and Evolution of Criminal Psychology

Lecture 4 Key Theories in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 5 The Link Between Psychology and Criminal Law

Lecture 6 Understanding Criminal Behavior: Nature vs. Nurture

Lecture 7 The Criminal Mind: Biological and Psychological Foundations

Lecture 8 Psychological Profiling and Its Applications

Lecture 9 The Role of Personality in Criminal Behavior

Lecture 10 Crime and Mental Health Disorders

Section 2: Psychological Theories of Crime

Lecture 11 Psychoanalytic Theory and Criminal Behavior

Lecture 12 Social Learning Theory and Crime

Lecture 13 Strain Theory and Criminal Behavior

Lecture 14 Routine Activities Theory

Lecture 15 Differential Association Theory

Lecture 16 Labeling Theory in Criminology

Lecture 17 Biological and Genetic Factors in Criminal Behavior

Lecture 18 Cognitive Behavioral Theory and Crime

Lecture 19 Psychological Theories of Aggression

Lecture 20 Evolutionary Psychology and Crime

Section 3: Psychopathology and Crime

Lecture 21 Understanding Psychopathy and Sociopathy

Lecture 22 Antisocial Personality Disorder and Criminality

Lecture 23 Conduct Disorder in Youth

Lecture 24 Narcissism and Criminal Behavior

Lecture 25 Borderline Personality Disorder and Crime

Lecture 26 Paranoia and Crime

Lecture 27 Schizophrenia and Criminality

Lecture 28 Depression and Crime

Lecture 29 Bipolar Disorder and Crime

Lecture 30 PTSD and Criminal Behavior

Section 4: The Criminal Justice System and Psychology

Lecture 31 The Role of Forensic Psychologists in the Justice System

Lecture 32 The Assessment and Evaluation of Criminal Defendants

Lecture 33 Risk Assessment and Violent Crime Prediction

Lecture 34 Forensic Psychology in Criminal Trials

Lecture 35 The Role of a Psychologist in Crime Scene Investigation

Lecture 36 Juvenile Delinquency and Psychological Approaches

Lecture 37 The Insanity Defense in Criminal Law

Lecture 38 Psychological Impact of Wrongful Convictions

Lecture 39 Profiling in Law Enforcement

Lecture 40 Psychology and Jury Decision Making

Section 5: Psychological Profiling

Lecture 41 What is Criminal Profiling?

Lecture 42 Methods of Criminal Profiling

Lecture 43 The FBI's Role in Profiling

Lecture 44 Geographical Profiling in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 45 Behavioral Profiling and Its Use in Investigation

Lecture 46 Criminal Profiling in Serial Crimes

Lecture 47 Profiling Violent Offenders vs. Non-Violent Offenders

Lecture 48 The Reliability of Criminal Profiling

Lecture 49 Profiling and the Role of Victimology

Lecture 50 Analyzing Criminal Behavior Using Psychological Profiling

Section 6: Types of Crimes and Psychological Factors

Lecture 51 Homicide and Psychological Motivation

Lecture 52 Serial Killers: Psychological Characteristics

Lecture 53 Mass Murder and the Psychology of the Perpetrator

Lecture 54 The Psychology of Rape and Sexual Assault

Lecture 55 The Psychology of Robbery and Theft

Lecture 56 White-Collar Crime: Psychological Insights

Lecture 57 Cybercrime and the Psychology of Digital Offenders

Lecture 58 Domestic Violence: Psychological Underpinnings

Lecture 59 Child Abuse: Psychological Effects on Victims and Offenders

Lecture 60 Organized Crime and Psychological Dynamics

Section 7: Psychological Traits of Criminals

Lecture 61 The Psychology of Aggression and Violence

Lecture 62 The Role of Empathy in Criminal Behavior

Lecture 63 Narcissistic Traits and Criminal Behavior

Lecture 64 Psychopathy vs. Sociopathy: Differences and Similarities

Lecture 65 The Role of Guilt and Shame in Criminal Behavior

Lecture 66 The Role of Fear in Criminal Behavior

Lecture 67 Motivation Behind Crimes of Passion

Lecture 68 The Psychology of Revenge and Retaliation

Lecture 69 Risk-Taking Behavior and Crime

Lecture 70 The Role of Anger in Criminal Activity

Section 8: Victimology and the Criminal Mind

Lecture 71 Understanding Victimology in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 72 The Psychological Effects of Crime on Victims

Lecture 73 The Relationship Between Victim and Offender

Lecture 74 Victim Blaming and Its Psychological Impacts

Lecture 75 Psychological Effects of Stalking and Harassment

Lecture 76 The Role of Trauma in Victim Behavior

Lecture 77 Victim Psychology in Child Abuse Cases

Lecture 78 The Impact of Crime on Communities

Lecture 79 The Cycle of Victimization and Recidivism

Lecture 80 The Psychological Recovery Process for Crime Victims

Section 9: Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation

Lecture 81 Psychological Approaches to Crime Prevention

Lecture 82 The Role of Therapy in Criminal Rehabilitation

Lecture 83 The Effectiveness of Prisons in Reducing Crime

Lecture 84 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Offenders

Lecture 85 Anger Management Programs for Criminal Offenders

Lecture 86 The Role of Restorative Justice in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 87 Crime Prevention Strategies: A Psychological Perspective

Lecture 88 The Role of Social Programs in Crime Prevention

Lecture 89 Community-Based Rehabilitation and Its Impact on Crime

Lecture 90 Psychological Support for Ex-Offenders

Section 10: Psychological Aspects of the Legal Process

Lecture 91 The Psychology of Confessions and Interrogations

Lecture 92 The Role of Forensic Evidence in Psychological Evaluations

Lecture 93 Eyewitness Testimonies and Their Psychological Reliability

Lecture 94 Cognitive Bias in Legal Decision-Making

Lecture 95 The Impact of Media on Criminal Psychology

Lecture 96 The Role of Expert Testimony in Criminal Trials

Lecture 97 Understanding the Psychology of False Confessions

Lecture 98 The Impact of Sentencing on Criminal Behavior

Lecture 99 The Psychological Effects of Imprisonment on Offenders

Lecture 100 The Psychology of Guilt and Innocence

Section 11: Developmental and Social Factors in Crime

Lecture 101 The Role of Childhood Trauma in Criminal Development

Lecture 102 Peer Pressure and Its Impact on Criminal Behavior

Lecture 103 The Influence of Family Dynamics on Criminal Behavior

Lecture 104 The Impact of Social Media on Crime

Lecture 105 The Role of Social Isolation in Crime

Lecture 106 Substance Abuse and Crime: Psychological Connections

Lecture 107 Bullying and Its Relationship to Future Criminal Behavior

Lecture 108 Gender Differences in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 109 Cultural and Societal Influences on Criminal Behavior

Lecture 110 Economic Disparity and Its Influence on Crime

Section 12: Famous Criminal Cases and Psychological Analysis

Lecture 111 The Psychology of Ted Bundy

Lecture 112 The Psychology of John Wayne Gacy

Lecture 113 The Psychology of Jeffrey Dahmer

Lecture 114 The Psychology of Charles Manson

Lecture 115 The Psychology of the Zodiac Killer

Lecture 116 The Psychology of Jack the Ripper

Lecture 117 The Psychology of Richard Ramirez (The Night Stalker)

Lecture 118 The Psychology of the Boston Strangler

Lecture 119 The Psychology of the Unabomber (Ted Kaczynski)

Lecture 120 The Psychology of Aileen Wuornos

Section 13: Psychological Tests and Assessments

Lecture 121 Psychological Assessments Used in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 122 The Role of Personality Tests in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 123 Risk Assessment Tools for Violent Offenders

Lecture 124 Psychopathology Evaluation Tools

Lecture 125 The Use of Lie Detectors in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 126 The MMPI and Its Use in Criminal Assessments

Lecture 127 The PCL-R (Psychopathy Checklist-Revised)

Lecture 128 Understanding the Hare Psychopathy Checklist

Lecture 129 Risk of Reoffending: Psychological Assessment Models

Lecture 130 The Role of IQ Testing in Criminal Psychology

Section 14: Psychology and Crime in the Media

Lecture 131 Crime Films and Their Psychological Influence

Lecture 132 The Psychology of Crime Documentaries

Lecture 133 How Crime News Affects Public Perception

Lecture 134 Criminal Psychology in Fictional Literature

Lecture 135 The Role of Media in Shaping Criminal Behavior

Lecture 136 Social Media's Influence on Crime and Criminal Behavior

Lecture 137 The Psychology Behind the "Crime of the Week" Mentality

Lecture 138 Criminal Psychology in Reality TV Shows

Lecture 139 The Glorification of Crime in Popular Culture

Lecture 140 The Role of Crime Thrillers in Public Understanding of Criminal Psychology

Section 15: Research and Future Directions

Lecture 141 Current Research in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 142 The Future of Criminal Profiling and Psychological Assessments

Lecture 143 Emerging Trends in Forensic Psychology

Lecture 144 The Role of Neuroscience in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 145 Understanding the Link Between Genetics and Criminal Behavior

Lecture 146 The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Criminal Psychology

Lecture 147 The Role of Big Data in Criminal Profiling

Lecture 148 Innovations in Crime Prevention and Psychological Intervention

Lecture 149 Cross-Cultural Studies in Criminal Psychology

Lecture 150 The Future of Criminal Psychology and Law Enforcement

Lecture 151 Last Word

Students and Professionals in Psychology,Criminology and Criminal Justice Majors,Law Enforcement Officers and Legal Professionals,Mental Health Professionals,Anyone Interested in Crime and Psychology