CRI205H1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Cesare Lombroso, Scientific Method, Blood Sugar
6 Feb 2018
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Limited to the facts that are provided. Positivism (scientific method and empirical research: we all have a choice, positivism argue that human beings are exposed to factors of circumstances where they are at greater risk of engaging in crime than others. Factors that push them to crime beyond their will. Spent a lot of time basically in prisons in europe. Very low body fat = could show a resemblance to poverty. Generate info on individual attributes to what factors put people at risk. Genetic makeup contributes significantly to human behaviour - humans are not created equal. They don"t argue that anyone with this specific trait are automatically going to be criminals. They do argue - certain traits put people at risk for the likelihood of committing crimes than others. A focus on brain functioning and mental process. Learning, mood and behavioural motivation are influence by biochemistry and cellular interaction. Adhd makes you have a greater risk of committing crimes.
