Animal abuse and interpersonal violence : a psycho-criminological understanding / edited by Heng Choon (Oliver) Chan, Department of Social Policy, Sociology, and Criminology, School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, Rebecca W.Y. Wong, Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. - 1 online resource (xxv, 241 pages) : illustrations. - Psycho-criminology of crime, mental health, and the law .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

'This book brings together leading scholars and practitioners from the United States, Europe, and Asia. The contributors come from different disciplines, including medicine, criminology, sociology, psychology, forensic sciences, and law. As a group, they have the background to discuss and conduct research in the area and to propose and critique theories and typologies of animal cruelty. In addition, they have the expertise to evaluate policy issues and to recommend best practices for protecting animals and intervening with those who abuse or neglect them'--

9781119894131 1119894131 9781119894124 1119894123 1119894115 9781119894117

10.1002/9781119894131 doi

2023003577


Animal welfare--Psychological aspects.
Violence.
Criminal psychology.
Criminal psychology.
Violence.


Electronic books.

HV4708 / .A5424 2024

636.08/32