Ann Burgess

Ann Burgess 1984

Ann Burgess is a renowned American nurse and criminologist known for her pioneering work in the field of forensic nursing and her contributions to the study of serial killers and sexual assault. She has significantly influenced the development of criminal profiling and the understanding of victimology.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Ann Burgess was born in America. She pursued her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Boston University. She later earned her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and her Doctor of Nursing Science (DNSc) from the same institution.

Career[edit | edit source]

Ann Burgess began her career as a clinical nurse and quickly developed an interest in the psychological aspects of trauma and victimization. She co-founded one of the first hospital-based crisis intervention programs for rape victims, which became a model for similar programs nationwide.

Forensic Nursing[edit | edit source]

Burgess is considered one of the founders of forensic nursing, a field that combines nursing practice with the law. Her work has been instrumental in the development of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) programs, which provide specialized care to sexual assault victims and collect forensic evidence.

Criminal Profiling[edit | edit source]

In collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Burgess contributed to the development of criminal profiling techniques. Her research on serial killers and violent offenders has been crucial in understanding the psychopathology of these individuals. She worked closely with FBI agents, including John E. Douglas and Robert Ressler, to develop profiles of criminal behavior.

Academic Contributions[edit | edit source]

Ann Burgess has held academic positions at several prestigious institutions, including Boston College, where she served as a professor in the Connell School of Nursing. She has authored numerous books and peer-reviewed articles on topics related to forensic nursing, victimology, and criminal behavior.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Burgess has received numerous awards for her contributions to nursing and criminology, including the American Nurses Association's Hildegard Peplau Award and the Sigma Theta Tau International's Episteme Award.

Publications[edit | edit source]

Some of her notable publications include:

Crime Classification Manual: A Standard System for Investigating and Classifying Violent Crimes
Victimology: Theories and Applications
Sexual Homicide: Patterns and Motives

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