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This lecture on Positivism outlines its emergence as an alternative to Classical theories of crime, emphasizing scientific explanations over philosophical rights. It discusses the main tenets of Positivism, including the neutrality of the observer, the importance of the scientific method, and the belief in a knowable world. Additionally, it presents three perspectives on offenders, highlighting inherent differences, the role of pathology, and the influence of determinism on criminal behavior.
- Author
- zita.yasmeen
- Language
- EN