Abstract
Shame and shaming are highly important aspects of the study of crime, crime sciences and criminal and restorative justice. This chapter takes selected aspects into account and presents the state-of-the-art in research and practice regarding four questions: (1) How are experiences of shame, crime and criminal behaviour related? (2) What effect does shaming (sanctions) have in criminal law and regulatory systems? (3) What is reintegrative shaming in the context of crime and criminal justice and how does it impact on crime? (4) How does culture impact on the topics of shame and shaming in the context of criminal law, justice and criminal (risky) behaviour? The chapter concludes by presenting questions for reflections on crime and shame with regard to (1) individuals and groups, (2) family members, relatives and friends affected by criminal behaviour/offender behaviour and (3) professionals (such as therapists, psychologists, mediators, lawyers) working with criminals, offenders and lawbreakers in the context of crime and shame.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | The Bright Side of Shame |
| Subtitle of host publication | Transforming and Growing through Practical Applications in Cultural Contexts |
| Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
| Pages | 117-129 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9783030134099 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9783030134082 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2019 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Crime
- Crime science
- Criminal justice
- Culture
- Reintegrative shaming
- Shame
- Shame sentences
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Psychology
- General Social Sciences