South Africa psychologists: Learn about the causes and treatment of criminal behaviour. Understand psychological, neurobiological, and environmental factors in these CPD courses.
South African psychologists working in forensic, clinical or community settings will find this introductory course a grounded look at criminal behaviour. Clinical and forensic psychologist Dr Giada del Fabbro covers the causes, manifestations and treatment considerations of criminality, drawing on research, case-based insights and forensic practice. She examines psychological, neurobiological and environmental factors, including early trauma, failures of socialisation and neuroimaging findings. The diagnostic distinction between antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy is explained, with its implications for prognosis and risk. The course is accredited by the HPCSA for CPD points and also considers intervention, containment and prevention.
Gain essential insight into the psychological underpinnings of criminal behaviour with Dr. Giada del Fabbro, a seasoned clinical and forensic psychologist. This introductory-level CPD course offers a comprehensive overview of the causes, manifestations, and treatment considerations related to criminal behaviour, drawing from current research, case-based insights, and forensic practice.
This talk explores key psychological, neurobiological, and environmental factors that contribute to criminality, including the impact of early trauma, socialisation failures, and neurological differences observed through neuroimaging. Dr. del Fabbro also examines diagnostic distinctions between Antisocial Personality Disorder and Psychopathy, and how these differences affect prognosis, risk, and therapeutic direction.
Ideal for psychologists working in forensic, clinical, or community mental health settings, this training offers a grounded, evidence-informed approach to understanding risk, intervention, and prevention in the context of criminal behaviour
Sections
Etiology of Criminal Behaviour: Nature, Nurture & Neuroscience
Childhood Trauma and Social Contract Formation
Neuroimaging Insights: Brain Differences in Offenders
Antisocial Personality vs. Psychopathy: Diagnostic and Prognostic Implications
Criminogenic Risk Factors: Internal vs. External
Intervention: From Containment to Clinical Possibilities
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
Identify major theoretical models for understanding criminal behaviour, including biopsychosocial and developmental perspectives.
Describe the influence of childhood trauma and social learning on criminal trajectories.
Differentiate between Antisocial Personality Disorder and psychopathy, including their respective risk profiles.
Understand criminogenic factors—both internal and external—that influence behaviour.
Evaluate the role of psychotherapy, behavioural containment, and risk management in working with this population
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