Unique . . . This thoughtful and captivating book explores the psychology behind crime.

What drives someone to commit murder? What makes some people attack those they love? Can we predict if a child will grow into a violent adult, and how can we prevent it?

These are some of the questions that forensic psychiatrist Dr. Taj Nathan examines daily in his work with violent offenders. Stories of violent or antisocial behavior are the subject of imaginative titles or exaggerated dramatic portrayals, but even more complex and interesting are the real people behind labels like "psychopath," "sexual offender," or "serial killer."

From the secure wards of psychiatric hospitals to the most secure prisons and courts, "Dangerous Minds" offers fascinating and deeply sympathetic narratives of ten people whose lives have been shaped by violence. From the impact of traumatic childhood events to the evolutionary and cultural influences on the emergence of social thought, this book offers an inside look at the roots of violence, inviting readers to reevaluate what they think they know about the most dangerous people in society.

Pages: 304, Year of Publication: 2021, Dimensions: 16x16cm