Criminal homework help
CRJU Ethics Discussion
Think of an example of how behavior is shaped by the environment. Discuss the different examples and the question which environmental forces may lead to crime.
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Watch the video “Testosterone and Crime” at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0AOUNN051Q
ForaTV discusses evolutionary biologist Steve Jones’ notes that genes responsible for circulating testosterone in men are also to blame for most violent and criminal behavior.
Summarize the information from the video.
Discussion: Assume that there is a relationship between testosterone and crime. Also assume that young males have high amounts of testosterone. Should they be monitored closely? What may be the positive and negative consequences of closer monitoring? Assume that there is a link between testosterone and criminal behavior. Also, think that young men have a lot of the hormone testosterone. Should they be closely watched? What could be the pros and cons of keeping an eye on things more closely?
3. Debate whether nature or nurture is more responsible for criminal behavior.
4. Read about the middle-class enclave of Chatman. Discuss the concept of collective efficacy and how it relates to social disorganization and crime. Why can some neighborhoods remain stable while others cannot
