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Psychological Profiling

NCJ Number
126246
Journal
International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology Volume: 34 Issue: 2 Dated: (September 1990) Pages: 147-154
Author(s)
R N Turco
Date Published
1990
Length
8 pages
Annotation
This article concerns itself with the four factors in preparing psychological profiles of perpetrators of crimes.
Abstract
The author provides a brief background of psychological profiling and its application to biographical studies and law enforcement. The author's perspective is that of a psychoanalytical orientation. He emphasizes the need to integrate neurological understanding when preparing the profile of a suspect. 18 references. (Author abstract)

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