Trait Theories

Question 1

Why did trait theorists move away from classical criminology?

Answer 1

They believed that criminal behavior is not only determined by external factors.

Question 2

What is the difference between the soft biological perspective and the pure biological perspective in trait theories?

Answer 2

soft-genetics and enviorment
pure- genetic

Question 3

Biological Theory in trait theories

Answer 3

Criminal behavior is caused by some mechanism or factor which is internal to the individual

Question 4

Pure biological perspective:

Answer 4

criminal behavior is primarily a result of biological factors, such as genetic abnormalities or neurological impairments.

Question 5

Soft Biological perspective:

Answer 5

recognizes the significance of environmental and social factors in shaping behavior

Question 6

What factors did Physiognomy study to predict criminality?

Answer 6

It claimed that certain physical traits were indicative of criminal tendencies.
ex: facial features and body proportions.

Question 7

What factors did Phrenology study to predict criminality?

Answer 7

Aimed to predict criminality and other personality traits based on the shape and contours of the skull. It claimed that different areas of the brain were responsible for specific traits and behaviors.