Boilogical Theories Flashcards

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11 evaluation points for strengths and weakness of the theories

A

Deterministic
Holistic
Reductionist
Research that supports, not supports
Validity
Relatability
Credibility
Scientifically
Objectively
Generalisation
Real life application

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What does holistic and reductionistic mean ??

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Holistic- considering all factors of the theory
Reductionistic- only considering a small bit of the theory

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6 physiological theories for Lombroso
(Some are contradictory)

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-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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