Conceptual graphic of criminology and sociology focusing on crime prevention and societal impact.

Criminology and Sociology: Understanding Crime Through Social Perspectives

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1. Introduction Criminology and sociology are two deeply interconnected fields that explore the nature, causes, and consequences of human behavior within social contexts. While criminology specifically focuses on crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system, sociology provides a broader understanding of human society and social structures. Together, criminology and sociology offer powerful tools for…

A comparative line chart of the age crime curve by gender, highlighting higher and earlier peaks in crime rates among males than females.

The Age-Crime Curve in Criminology: Understanding Patterns of Criminal Behavior

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Introduction: age and crime The study of criminal behavior over the life course has long intrigued criminologists. One of the most consistent findings in the field of criminology is the relationship between age and crime, commonly referred to as the “age-crime curve.” This curve demonstrates that criminal behavior tends to increase during adolescence, peaks in…