This article explores the complex psychological dimensions of criminal identity, analyzing how individual and social factors contribute to the formation and maintenance of criminal behavior. It highlights the mechanisms through which these factors, including social learning and the internalization of criminal norms, shape the identity of criminals. The article emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to research and intervention on criminal behavior, emphasizing the need to integrate psychological, sociological, and criminological perspectives.
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