Theories of Crime Causation – Second Edition

Crime continues to change and occur in different places and situations. Offenders can harm individuals in many ways, affecting their lives, families, and communities. Because of this, everyone has a role in maintaining safety, as crime is a shared responsibility. This book, Theories of Crime Causation, was created to support the goal of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. It provides criminology students and practitioners with a clear and simple guide to the main theories that explain why crimes happen. It also shows how criminological ideas have developed over time and explains the different factors that influence criminal behavior, such as personal traits, family background, social environment, economic conditions, and culture. The chapters are arranged to help readers easily understand how crime theories developed, from early ideas to modern explanations. Each lesson encourages critical thinking and the application of theory to real-life crime situations. May this book inspire you to keep learning and contribute to building a safer and more peaceful society.