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Set 16 unit 2

Evaluating biological theories

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What is Lombroso’s physiological theory of criminality? Lombroso argued that criminals are physically different from non‑criminals and possess atavistic features.
What is one strength of Lombroso’s theory? He was the first to study crime scientifically using objective measurements rather than moral explanations.
What is a second strength of Lombroso’s theory? His work encouraged a focus on prevention rather than punishment by suggesting offenders do not freely choose crime.
What is one limitation of Lombroso’s theory? Later research failed to find a link between physical characteristics and criminality.
What is a second limitation of Lombroso’s theory? It ignores the social construction of crime and changes across cultures and time.
What did Sheldon argue about body type and crime? Sheldon argued that criminal behaviour is linked to inherited body types, particularly mesomorphs.
What is one strength of Sheldon’s theory? Glueck and Glueck found that 60% of offenders were mesomorphs.
What is a second strength of Sheldon’s theory? Sheldon replicated his research and claimed to find similar results.
What is one limitation of Sheldon’s theory? It is biologically deterministic and suggests criminals are born, not made.
What is a second limitation of Sheldon’s theory? It does not explain non‑violent or white‑collar crime.
How do hormonal theories explain criminal behaviour? They suggest high testosterone levels increase aggression, which may lead to crime.
What is one strength of hormonal explanations? Some research shows links between testosterone and verbal aggression.
What is one limitation of hormonal explanations? Testosterone levels decline more slowly than offending behaviour.
What is a second limitation of hormonal explanations? Studies show hormones do not greatly affect aggression levels in most men.
What is one general strength of biological theories? They highlight the role of biology in aggression and impulsivity.
What is one limitation of biological theories related to the environment? They ignore environmental triggers such as upbringing and social influences
Why is gender bias a limitation of biological theories? Most research focuses on males and does not explain female criminality.
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