Suzette Baker

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• Edwin Sutherland's Differential Association Theory

  12/2/2011

  Edwin Sutherland's theory uses a socialogical approach to explain why some people become criminals and others do not.
• Bandura's Social Learning Theory

  11/10/2011

  Bandura’s theory can best described as a combination of cognitive and behavioral theories of modeling. According to Bandura, one’s personality is the result of interaction with the environment and psychological processes.
• What is Child Abuse?

  11/7/2011

  There are four main types of abuse: physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. Neglect is the...
• ADHD in Adults

  9/13/2011

  People with ADHD may feel that their lives are out of control. They may have a variety of symptoms that make living a normal life challenging at best.
• The Origin of Probation and Parole

  8/10/2011

  Probation and parole have become important aspects of the American criminal justice system. These terms may differ in origin but their goals are the same...
• Tips for Writing a Resume

  8/1/2011

  ...prolonged period of unemployment isn't necessarily the end of the world for a person's career, gaps in employment need to be satisfactorily explained
• Arthritis

  7/28/2011

  Arthritis involves the breakdown of cartilage which protects the joints and allows for smooth movement...
• The Effects of Depressants

  7/21/2011

  Depressants are classified according to the extent of their medical effect on the body. This class of drugs acts as endorphins and naturally blocks pain by reducing activity in the central nervous system.
• Domestic Violence Legislation

  6/24/2011

  This article covers domestic violence legislation at both the federal and state level. The law of focus is the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
• Balanced and Restorative Justice

  6/23/2011

  Restorative justice is rooted in the ancient ideas and practices that were discarded in the Middle Ages when the system of formal justice began to appear. This new retributive system set forth the responsibilities of law breakers as a deb
• The Social Perspective of Juvenile Delinquency

  6/16/2011

  This article discusses the risk and protective factors of juvenile delinquency as well as the importance of family and community involvement in the treatment process.
• The Characteristics of Abusers and the Role of Substance Abuse in Domestic Violence

  6/1/2011

  This paper discusses the characteristics of domestic abusers and how substance abuse presents added challenges when coupled with these patterns of abuse. Also discussed is the effects of domestic abuse on the victim.
• Case Management in the Juvenile Justice System

  5/31/2011

  The primary objective of case management in the juvenile justice system is to enable juveniles and their families to use their natural strengths to achieve their goals.
• The Social Learning Theory of Domestic Abuse

  5/13/2011

  The social learning theory is considered to be instrumental when it comes to explaining domestic abuse.
• Domestic Violence as a Global Concern

  5/11/2011

  Despite legislation designed to protect victims, domestic violence continues to be an ever-growing problem that affects even the most basic freedoms of women and children all over the world.
• What is Pedophilia?

  4/20/2011

  This article discusses the definition, causes and treatments of pedophilia.
• Analyzing Crime

  2/1/2011

  Crime analysis is useful to those who investigate and solve crimes. From the early days when pin maps were used to track crime trends to the invention of the latest technology, criminal analysis continues to be an integral part of police work.
• The Elements of Crime

  2/1/2011

  According to the definition of attempt, a person must have a purpose (intent) to commit a crime, they must take substantial steps toward the commission of the crime -- beyond mere preparation, and finally, the person must fail to commit the crime
• The Foundation, Structure and Influence of the Mafia

  1/17/2011

  There is no widely accepted uniform definition of organized crime; however, it can be said that organized crime consists of several different characteristics.
• To Catch a Killer

  12/17/2010

  Serial murder is a phenomenon that is not isolated to the United States. Instead, it is a global problem.
• Juvenile Delinquency: Standards of Proof

  7/14/2010

  In Re Winship was but one in a series of cases that addressed the rights of juveniles. The issue presented to the court in this case was that of the standard of proof necessary to prove a juvenile delinquent.
• Vernonia V. Acton - Invasions of Privacy

  6/28/2010

  This case dealt with the 4th Amendment rights against unreasonable search and seizure.In this case, the question before the court was whether or not drug testing of school athletes is an invasion of their privacy.
• Adamson V. California - The Right to Remain Silent

  6/24/2010

  The case of Adamson v. California dealt with the question of the applicability of immunity from self incrimination in state court cases. In later years, this case was overturned by a more favorable decision.
• Transferring Juveniles to Adult Court: Constitutional Implications of Judicial Transfer

  6/22/2010

  In Kent v. United States, the Court regularized the process used to transfer juvenile cases to adult court. It also gave juveniles in adult court, the same rights afforded to adults.
• Development and Evolution of the Juvenile Justice System

  6/22/2010

  Since it began, the juvenile justice system has continued to grow and evolve. Over time, many precedents have been set to protect juveniles.
• How North Dakota Became a State

  12/10/2009

  North Dakota is located in the Midwestern area of the United States and is primarily a farming state. Prior to European contact, the region was inhabited by six groups of Indians.