Sociology

Sociology

The study of societies and how they are shaped by people. It also concerns itself with how society affects the behavior of the individuals that are part of them.

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Cosa Nostra

Sociology; Criminology

(literally, "our thing") a term signifying organized crime, and one of a variety of names for the "mafia," the "outfit," the "mob," the "syndicate," or "the organization. "

offense

Sociology; Criminology

(1) a violation of the criminal law, or, in some jurisdictions, (2) a minor crime, such as jaywalking, sometimes described as "ticketable. "

psychological insanity

Sociology; Criminology

Persistent mental disorder or derangement.

threat analysis

Sociology; Criminology

Or risk analysis, involves a complete and thorough assessment of the kinds of perils facing an organization.

antisocial

Sociology; Criminology

Or asocial personality, refers to individuals who are basically unsocialized and whose behavior pattern brings them repeatedly into conflict with society.