Tierney’s (2006), Criminology: Theory and context (2nd ed.), provides a clear historical introduction to the field of criminology. His text combines an engaging style with a rich analysis of the discipline to enhance student understanding of this diverse and sometimes controversial field. Tierney provides insight into the development of the science, including its theories and models drawing on socio-cultural values. Ultimately, Tierney focuses on how to define crime and crimi

I remember have heated debates with my boyfriend at the time over dinner as I collated notes for the student. Later, it was a great exercise for me too to write answers to the propositions. I can see now, how I would answer some things differently, so likely a future post will have an updated version of my responses. How would you respond to the propositions presented...? "Proposition 1- Earthlings, faced with rapidly dwindling natural resources necessary to sustain life, dis

A key lesson I've learnt from self-development in Depth Psychology with reference to Jung, is amplification. To explore this, its critical that one become versed in literature, art and mythology. So, here is my beginnings in learning about art history. Later I will share how art history informs my Dreams and analysis of Archetypes manifesting in my life. The Rococo form of art was a significant art movement in France in the early to mid-18th century (Encyclopedia Britannica,

Micro-skills for counseling encapsulates the engagement phase of the session; they are of critical importance to build rapport, trust and the therapeutic alliance (Bogo, 2006). Practice with counseling micro-skills you are reading and learning about can seriously boost your growth as a psychology student and future counseling or clinical practitioner. Listening and silence, exploring with questions that are neither judgmental nor leading, and the use of nonverbal body languag