SO 273 - Crime And Mental Illness

Institution:

Stonehill College

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Description:

Three Credits Spring Semester The course examines crime and mental illness, including social-psychological theories of crime; co-occurring psychological disorders; problem-solving courts (drug treatment, mental health, and re-entry) comprising the emerging field of "therapeutic jurisprudence";and mentally ill offenders in prison and community settings. Sociological issues of gender, class and race will be discussed wherever relevant.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.stonehill.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 565-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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