Full Description
Sex offending is a multifaceted and pervasive phenomenon with far-reaching implications for victims, society, and the global community. This book examines the global and comparative perspectives on sex offending, particularly with regard to cultural variations and plurality of legal outlook that pose challenge to a global action. It offers a comprehensive exploration of the causes, prevalence, consequences, and the differential responses to sex offending across the world. With contributions from leading experts in psychology, law, sociology, and criminology, this multidisciplinary edited volume encompasses such disciplines as criminology, gender studies, law, psychology, cultural studies, and sociology. It is a compelling and timely resource for policymakers, practitioners, students, researchers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics of global sex offending. Global Perspectives on Sex Offending serves as a beacon of hope in the fight against this silent epidemic, urging us to shine a light into the shadows and stand in solidarity with survivors around the world.
Contents
Preface
Abiodun Raufu (Southern University and A&M College, USA) and Jiseun Sohn (Southern University and A&M College, USA)
Chapter 1: Introduction to Global Sex Offending
Abiodun Raufu (Southern University and A&M College, USA) and Jiseun Sohn (Southern University and A&M College, USA)
Chapter 2: Theories of Sex Offending
Hyeseon Noh (University of South Carolina, USA)
Chapter 3: The Psychology of Sex Offenders
Hyesun Kim (Worcester State University, USA)
Chapter 4: Technology and Sex Offending
Sinyong Choi (Kennesaw State University, USA) and Lisa Thompson (Kennesaw State University, USA)
Chapter 5: Understanding Sexual Offense Trends in Canada and the U.S.
Patrick Lussier (Université Laval, Canada), Elisabeth St-Pierre (Universite' Laval, Canada), Alexandre Gauthier (Université de Montréal, Canada), and Pagnol Landry Kouassi (Université Laval, Canada)
Chapter 6: Characteristics of Sex Offending Among African Americans
Serita Whiting (Prairie View A&M University, USA), Shannon Davenport, Sh-Shanna Elligton (The William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies, USA), and Shantol McIntosh (Tarleton State University, USA)
Chapter 7: Perception of Sex Offending in Sub-Saharan Africa
Obinna P. Ezeihuoma (University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, USA)
Chapter 8: Examining Characteristics of Sexual Offenses Across Asia
Doyun Koo (University of Memphis, USA)
Chapter 9: Latinos and Policies Against Sexual Crimes: An Overview of Policies that Address Sexual Offenses among Latinos in Latin America and the World
L. Sergio Garduno (University of Louisville, USA) and Sarah A. Steele (Prairie View A&M University, USA)
Chapter 10: Exploring Patterns of Sexual Offenses in the Middle East and North Africa
Soumaya Bourgou Gaha (Tunis El Manar University, Tunisia)
Chapter 11: Comparative Reviews of Sexual Offending Against Children in South Korea and Western Countries: Trends and Characteristics of Offenders and Victims
Jiseun Sohn (Southern University and A&M College, USA) and Hyejin Kim (Korean National Police University, South Korea)
Chapter 12: Patterns of Sex Offending in the LGBTQ Community
Kat R. Klement (Bemidji State University, USA) and Judith Zatkin (Bemidji State University, USA)
About the Contributors
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