Sociology & Criminology for a Changing World
Introduction Biological theories of crime seek to explain criminal behavior by reference to physiological, genetic, neurological, or evolutionary factors. Unlike sociological theories that emphasize social structures or cultural norms, biological theories focus on individual traits, predispositions, and processes within the body and brain that may increase the risk of offending. Historically controversial, these perspectives have
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