Sheldon Flashcards
How many photos of men did Sheldon study?
4’000.
What are the three types of somatypes that Sheldon introduced?
- Ectomorph.
- Mesomorph.
- Endomorph.
How were ectomorphs described?
They were thin and fragile, as well as introverted and restrained.
How were endomorphs described?
They were fat and soft, as well as social and relaxed.
How were mesomorphs described?
They were muscular and hard, as well as energetic and adventurous.
What did Sheldon propose about mesomorphs?
They had a higher pain tolerance and are callous and ruthless. He claimed that they are more prone to criminal activity as well as aggression and violence.
How did Sheldon study mesomorphy?
He studied photographs of college students and delinquents and rated them on a scale of 1 to 7.
What did Sheldon find when studying mesomorphy?
Sheldon found that delinquents had a higher than average mesomorphy rating of 4,6 compared to 3.8 in the students.
What is one strength of Sheldon’s study?
It is supported by other research evidence.
Who’s research supports Sheldon’s?
Glueck and Glueck (1970) found that 60% of delinquents were mesomorphs which shows a link between body shape and criminality.
What is one weakness of Sheldon’s theory?
Sheldon only studied the male form and ignored female body types.
Who conducted research in 1970?
Glueck and Glueck.
What does 4.6 refer to?
The average mesomorphy rating in delinquents.
What does 3.8 refer to?
The average mesomorphy rating in college students.
What does 4’000 refer to?
4’000 photos that Sheldon studied.
