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Christopher A. Kierkus

2003

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Does The Effect Of Familial Disruption On Delinquency Vary According To Circumstances? An Investigation Of Interaction Effects, Christopher Kierkus, Douglas Baer Dec 2002

Does The Effect Of Familial Disruption On Delinquency Vary According To Circumstances? An Investigation Of Interaction Effects, Christopher Kierkus, Douglas Baer

Christopher A. Kierkus

Empirical research has shown that familial disruption is associated with delinquent behavior. Recent investigations suggest that reduced levels of attachment in non-traditional families may be responsible for this effect. However, it is not known if the impact of familial disruption varies according to familial SES or the gender of the children. Some authors have argued that the criminogenic influence is greater for boys while others have maintained that girls are more adversely influenced. Similar contradictory evidence has been reported with respect to SES. Finally, a substantial number of studies have shown that the influence of familial disruption is largely invariant …


Do Weapons Increase Or Decrease The Probability Of Injury During Assault? An Offender Based Analysis, Christopher Kierkus, Alan Lizotte Dec 2002

Do Weapons Increase Or Decrease The Probability Of Injury During Assault? An Offender Based Analysis, Christopher Kierkus, Alan Lizotte

Christopher A. Kierkus

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