EBOOK: Anti-Social Behaviour

What is anti-social behaviour? Can it be dealt with effectively? Is the problem exagerated? From the Daily Mail's claim of Britain being named ‘Yob Capital of Europe’, to the headline in The Times of ‘Tearaway given ASBO at 10’, the subject of anti-social behaviour has been given a huge amount of political, social, media, public policy and academic interest in recent years. Using lively case studies and examples, Andrew Millie introduces the concept of anti-social behaviour (ASB) and examines its implications for society in the 21st century. The chapters explore: The origins of the term Different causes and types of ASB Theoretical framewords for ASB and ASB control How the UK deals with ASB compared to other countries The rise of the ASBO Alternative enforcement options Methods of prevention The future for ASBAnti-Social Behaviour is fascinating reading for all Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy students. Considers contested definitions of anti-social behaviour (ASB). This book explains ASB, including theoretical perspectives, consideration of causes and different rationales for tackling ASB. It looks at the options available in Britain to those wishing to tackle the problem, from the Anti-Social Behaviour Order to various preventative strategies Andrew Millie provides an overview of anti-social behaviour, including coverage of theory, concepts and alternative approaches to tackling the problem