Biological Explanations for Offending – Historic Approach

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Discusses the historical approach/explanation for offending behaviour. Includes Lombroso’s Atavistic Form theory, atavistic characteristics and consideration of Lombroso’s conclusion that 40% of crminal acts could be accounted for by the atavistic form. Particularly good links with Issyes and Debates.

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