CJ 165 Ch. 7 (Park & Kim)

What is the main focus of biosocial criminology?

• Only social structure

• The role of free will in crime

• The interaction of biological and social factors

• Punishment as a deterrent

What is the field of study that examines genetic traits influencing behavior?

• Psychological Theory

• Genetic Influence

• Labeling Theory

• Everyday Activity Theory

What does research on neurobiological factors focus on?

• Social labeling

• Influence of peer groups

• Brain structure and neurochemicals

• Economic conditions

What is epigenetics concerned with?

• Genetic engineering

• DNA sequencing

• The effect of the environment on gene expression

• Criminal profiling

Who is known for conducting neuroimaging research in criminology?

• Kevin M. Beaver

• J. C. Barnes

• Adrian Raine

• Travis Hirschi

What are twin and adoption studies primarily used to research?

• Peer influence

• Socioeconomic conditions

• Heritability of criminal traits

• Legal framework

Which theory focuses only on situational factors, such as the absence of guardians?

• Routine Activity Theory

• Labeling Theory

• Biosocial Criminology

• Strain Theory

How does the Human Genome Project contribute to criminology?

• Insights into law enforcement technology

• Economic theories

• Mapping of human genes related to behavior

• Classical deterrence models

What are the common criticisms of biosocial criminology?

• Completely ignores biology

• Lacks empirical support

• Can lean towards reductionism

• Focuses only on sociological aspects

What is the main advantage of biosocial criminology over biological determinism?

• It eliminates the role of biology

• It integrates genetic and environmental factors

• It focuses solely on social structures

• It ignores psychological traits