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XYY theory: - Biological. - Jacobs (1965). - A genetic condition where a male has an extra Y chromosome, giving a total of 47. - Suggestion that XYY males have increased aggression. - Preliminary findings conducted at a max security hospital: 9/315. - 15/1000 suffers in prisons and 1/1000 in the general population. - Reinforces the idea that this aggression caused by the extra chromosome is an explanation for criminality. - Example: John Wayne Gacy who sexually abused and killed young bo...

What are the five aims of punishment? Deterrence, Retribution, Rehabilitation, Public Protection and Reparation. What is deterrence? The attempt to discourage criminality through the use of punishment EXAMPLE: Margret Thatcher introduced a 'Short, Sharp, Shock to the juvenile detention centers' Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:04 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More What is general deterrence? The awareness of punishment o...

Eugenics (Selective breeding) Based on biological theory of inheritance - If criminality is inherited, do not allow criminals to have children. Death penalty The ultimate solution based on biological theory of inheritance - "Criminal" genes will not be passed on. Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:01 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More Chemical castration Based on biological theory - Reduce/eliminate the sex drive through th...