Boilogical Theories Flashcards
11 evaluation points for strengths and weakness of the theories
Deterministic
Holistic
Reductionist
Research that supports, not supports
Validity
Relatability
Credibility
Scientifically
Objectively
Generalisation
Real life application
What does holistic and reductionistic mean ??
Holistic- considering all factors of the theory
Reductionistic- only considering a small bit of the theory
6 physiological theories for Lombroso
(Some are contradictory)
-Scientific becuase first guy to use measurements to explore criminality (strength)
+(weakness)he wasn’t scientific didn’t compare with control group
-Research to support (stg) butcher and Taylor less attractive people are criminal
+ (wkns) not deterministic as not all people with atavistic features
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