CJ 147 Criminal Personality and Errors in Thinking

Lecture Hours: 2
Credits: 2

Introduces personality disorders as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Addresses errors in thinking which are uniquely present in criminal behavior. Reviews the foundational work of Yochelson and Samenow on the criminal mind.

Prerequisite/Corequisite: CJ 103 with criminal history clearance; or current professional in the field; or consent of instructor.