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Criminological research: understanding qualitative methods
In: Introducing qualitative methods
Good research starts with careful planning and a thorough understanding of the research process. The abilities to design a research study and to evaluate those conducted by others are core skills every student of criminology must learn. With guidance from theoretical considerations through the steps of the research process, this book equips you with the necessary tools to carry out a successful, ethical study. This is a completely updated new edition, and it features- A new skills-focused chapter on how to evaluate existing qualitative studies and design new ones- Rich examples from real research making the ideas and concepts concrete- New in-depth case studies on fashion counterfeiting, electronic monitoring and youth justice to illustrate the realities of conducting qualitative research- A full discussion of the politics of research, issues of access, ethics and managing risk in the field- Thought-provoking exercises reinforce practical research skills. This book is the perfect guide to theory and practice for any student undertaking qualitative research on crime or criminal justice.
Understanding crime and social policy
In: Understanding welfare : social issues, policy and practice
Understanding crime and social policy explores the interface between crime and social policy, drawing upon international theoretical developments and empirical research from within Criminology and Social Policy. Written by an experienced author, it uses analysis of policy-making under the New Labour and Conservative-Liberal Democrat governments to reflect upon the multiplicity of influences which shape the formulation and delivery of crime control policies, the changing nature of government and governance in neo-liberal societies, and the enhanced role of the welfare state in 'solving' crime 'problems'. A unique feature of the book is the inclusion of policy examples including the resettlement of prisoners, problem drug use and 'troubled' families. Understanding crime and social policy encourages readers to reflect upon the close connections, and sometimes tensions, between crime reduction and social policy agendas and is aimed at two audiences. The first is students on courses in criminology, criminal justice and social policy. The second is practitioners from across the public, private and voluntary sector
Crime, deviance and social control
In: Access to sociology
Book review: Media, Politics and Penal Reform: Influencing Women's Imprisonment
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 65, Heft 1, S. 105-107
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book review: Getting By: Estates, Class and Culture in Austerity Britain
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 63, Heft 1, S. 94-95
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book review: Residential Children's Homes and the Youth Justice System: Identity, Power and Perceptions
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 62, Heft 1, S. 84-86
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book review: Fifty-one Moves
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 61, Heft 2, S. 206-207
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book Review: Fragile Moralities and Dangerous Sexualities: Two Centuries of Semi-Penal Institutionalisation
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 53, Heft 2, S. 178-179
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book Review: Analysing Women's Imprisonment
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 52, Heft 1, S. 93-94
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book Review: Qualitative Research through Case Studies
In: Qualitative research, Band 2, Heft 2, S. 275-276
ISSN: 1741-3109
Book Review: The Psychology of Female Violence: Crimes Against the Body
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 49, Heft 1, S. 51-52
ISSN: 1741-3079
Book Review: Too Much Time: Women in Prison
In: Probation journal: the journal of community and criminal justice, Band 48, Heft 4, S. 309-309
ISSN: 1741-3079
Surviving through Substance Use: The Role of Substances in the Lives of Women who Appear before the Courts
In: Sociological research online, Band 4, Heft 4, S. 185-198
ISSN: 1360-7804
Drawing upon qualitative data gathered through fieldwork in three bail hostels, this paper outlines the role of substance use (illegal drugs, alcohol, prescribed medication and food) in the lives of women awaiting trial. Their use of substance is explored within the context of the multiple and complex problems which shaped their lives. It is argued that womenís use of substances can be viewed as a active strategy to achieve personal and social satisfaction, to cope with stresses and problem experienced and to exert some degree of control over their lives. Whilst seemingly beneficial for the women in the short-term, ultimately substance use for this group of women can be seen as counter-productive and self-destructive; increasing the control of others (health care, social work and criminal justice professionals) over their lives, leading to social problems and damaging their emotional and physical well-being.
Book Reviews
In: Sociology: the journal of the British Sociological Association, Band 31, Heft 3, S. 631-632
ISSN: 1469-8684