Criminology: Eysenck's Personality Theory

The video explores Eysenck's personality theory, a key individualistic theory in criminology. It discusses how personality traits like neuroticism, extroversion, and psychoticism can predispose individuals to criminal behavior. Eysenck's model categorizes personalities into types, with EN and PEN types linked to higher criminal tendencies. The video also evaluates the theory, noting its pioneering role in profiling but highlighting criticisms regarding its reliance on correlations and neglect of social influences.

What is the primary focus of Eysenck's Personality Theory?

• Social influences on behavior

• Innate personality traits

• Environmental factors

• Cultural differences

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main categories used by Eysenck to classify personality?

• Neuroticism

• Stability

• Empathy

• Introversion

What personality type is associated with high scores in both extroversion and neuroticism?

• IN

• PE

• EN

• IS

Which additional dimension was later added to Eysenck's personality theory?

• Conscientiousness

• Empathy

• Psychoticism

• Openness

What is a characteristic of the PEN personality type?

• High empathy

• High stability

• Low risk-taking

• Antisocial behavior

What behavior is associated with high extroversion scores?

• Risk-taking

• Introversion

• Empathy

• Stability

What is a potential consequence of high neuroticism?

• Empathy

• Calmness

• Quick temper

• Predictability

What is one criticism of Eysenck's personality theory?

• It relies on correlations

• It overemphasizes social influences

• It lacks empirical support

• It ignores genetic factors

Which study provided evidence supporting Eysenck's theory?

• Bandura's social learning theory

• Rushton and Chris John's study

• Maslow's hierarchy of needs

• Freud's psychoanalysis

What does Eysenck's EPQ aim to quantify?

• Social behaviors

• Criminal behaviors

• Cultural differences

• Environmental influences