Criminological theories Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

CAC1.1.01 Deviant Behaviour and Sanctions Values are general principles or guidelines for how we should live our lives. They tell us what is right and wrong or good and bad such as respect. Norms are specific rules or socially accepted standards that govern people's behaviour in specific situations (what is normal) for example not interrupting, these are based on societies values. The term 'moral code' is often used to describe a set of basic rules, values and principles held by an ...

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WJEC-Criminology level 3 diploma-Unit 2, 2.1-biological theories and evaluation

Name genetic theories - Jacob et al-XYY Twin studies Adoption studies Name physiological theories - Lombroso's atavistic features Sheldon's somatotypes Outline what Jacob et al found - 15 per 1,000 in prison had XYY 1 per 1,000 in general population had XYY Strengths of XXY study - Jacob et al found significant number of men in prison had XYY chromosomes Adler et al: genetic factors may determine aggressive and violent behaviour Limitations of XYY study - Found genetic abnormalites w...

Social Learning Theory Akers 1985 Structural-Macro Reinforcement=increases behaviors Positive Reinforcement=Reward Negative Reinforcement=Removal of punishmentThis attempted to elaborate differential association theory. (filling in gaps) In general, social learning theory proposes that both criminal and conforming behavior are acquired, maintained, or changed by the same process of interaction with others. The difference lies in the conforming or deviant direction or balance of the ...

WJEC Unit 3 Criminology AC 1.2 Assess the usefulness of investigative techniques in criminal investigations Received an A for this exam. For personal use only, do not copy this work

WJEC Unit 3 Criminology AC 2.5 Discuss the use of lay people in criminal cases Received an A for this exam. For personal use only, do not copy this work

WJEC Unit 3 Criminology AC 2.2 Describe trial process Received an A for this exam. For personal use only, do not copy this work

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