Exam 6: Trait Theories

Suppose that you are a researcher interviewing Calvin, a young offender. Calvin has a history of abuse, has committed numerous property crimes, is hyperactive, has poor academic performance, and defies any punishment given to him. According to the research, what enzyme would Calvin probably have low levels of?

What group is disproportionately represented in the criminal population?

According to Freud, what is the first stage of human development?

What is the main concern of trait theorists?

What are some of the r-selection traits exhibited by violent criminals?

Discuss the three principal sources of behaviour modelling, and which one you believe is most impactful.

What type of psychological theories are Gabriel Tarde's ideas similar to?

Which term refers to the biochemical condition resulting from individual's ingestion of lead?

Research efforts only tentatively support the proposition that mental disturbance or illness can cause violent crime.

How did Raffaele Garofalo explain his observation that many criminals had tattoos?

The Twinkie defence argued that Harvey Milk had become crazed due to his consumption of the sweet treat.

Progesterone is the primary male sex hormone.

What are the chemical compounds that influence or activate brain functions?