Introduction to Criminal Justice CJ 111

This is a comprehensive and detailed note for chapter 1 in CJ 111 that focuses on fundamentals of criminal justice. U'll need it!!

This is a comprehensive and detailed note for CJ 111 that focuses on Structure and function of jails and prisons. U'll need it!!

Characteristics of a group are explained, along with social identity theory, norms, cohesiveness, and roles of a group. Social facilitation and social loafing are introduced, and deindividuation is discussed. Leadership styles are covered, as well as group think and group polarization.

This chapter describes what an interpersonal relationship is and why they are important. Implications of the fact that people have a strong need to belong are discussed, along with the Antecedents of Attractions. Classification models, stage models, and process models are introduced.

This chapter defines two kinds of aggression: instrumental and emotional. The differences in aggression influenced by gender, culture, and individuals are explored. The origins and influences of aggression are explained, as well as the media and aggression.

Stereotypes, Prejudice and Discrimination are defined, as well as describing the cognitive and motivational aspects that influence these behaviors. These notes explain the The Two-Stage Model and how to reduce these behaviors.

This chapter discusses Attitudes and the Attitude Behavior Relations. How Attitude Predicts Behavior is also explained. Multiple different researchers' case studies are also introduced.