Biological and psychological theories provide explanations for criminal behavior. Biologically, some theorists proposed that criminals have distinctive physical features or body types linked to criminality. Psychological theories suggest abnormalities in brain structures or attachment issues in early childhood can predispose individuals toward criminal minds and behavior. While some research found links between certain body types or chromosomal abnormalities and higher rates of crime, evidence is mixed and crimes were not always violent. The causes of personality and criminal behavior are complex with likely interactions between biological, psychological, and social factors.

1. BIOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXPLANATIONS DRAW A MUG SHOT OF A CRIMINAL

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6. To what extent do these fit Lombrosos’ profile?

14. A balanced personality falls in the middle, anyone scoring high on the two extremes (extroversion and instability is classed as deviant or psychopathic