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predicting violent behavior  

Definition

  • The desire to better understand human behavior has existed for centuries. More recently, there has been an interest in predicting human behavior, especially violent behavior, part of an inherent desire to protect society from individuals who may be a danger to others. [Source: Encyclopedia of Murder and Violent Crime; Predicting Violent Behavior]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-NMWCZTTQ-M

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