Author(s)

Yang Siyuan ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Schaumburg Christian School, 200 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL60194, America

Corresponding Author

Yang Siyuan

ABSTRACT

This paper delves into the intricate relationship between mental disorders and criminal behavior from a psychological perspective. It begins by categorizing and detailing vario mental disorders, including depression, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders, along with their common characteristics like emotional instability, cognitive difficulties, social withdrawal, and behavioral changes. The study then examines the link between these disorders and criminal behavior, focing on statistical correlations, the influence of specific disorders on crime types, and risk factors. Key psychological theories, including social learning theory, psychodynamic theory, behaviorism, and cognitive theory, are applied to explain this relationship. The role of mental health treatment in crime prevention is explored, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, community support, and comprehensive treatment strategies. Case studies and empirical evidence supplement the discsion, providing real-world context. The paper concludes with an overview of the findings and recommendations for future research and policy development.

KEYWORDS

Mental Disorders; Criminal Behavior; Psychological Theories; Crime Prevention; Substance Abe

CITE THIS PAPER

Yang Siyuan, A Psychological Exploration of the Relationship between Mental Disorders and Crime. Applied & Educational Psychology (2024) Vol. 5: 16-23. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/appep.2024.050103.

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