PSYC39H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Lead Paint, Pineapple, Electrical Resistance And Conductance
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Psyc39 chapter 3 origins of criminal behaviour: biological factors. Youngsters who have an early onset of persistent antisocial behavior often exhibit biological/neurological abnormalities or deficits, while late-onset offending appears to be more influenced by social factors. Biopsychologists: psychologists who study the biological aspects of behavior. Biopsychologists try to determine which genetic and neurophysiological variables play a part in criminal behavior, how important they are, and what can be done to modify them. Do not believe that genes are the primary cause of human behaviour but believe that it is equal with social environment. 2 categories of genetics research that has been looked at behaviour genetics and molecular. Behaviour genetics: focuses on examining the role genes play in the formation and development of human and animal behavior. Behavior genetics is the branch of biology that looks at the relationship between genes and the environment in determining individual differences in behavior.
