Assignment:
1. In detail, compare and contrast the positivist, biological and psychological theories.
2. List and describe the five general problems with the Positivist Theories. Be detailed in your answer.
3. Why do you think the study of Biological Theories is important to criminal justice profession?
4. Psychological Theories give us a great insight into criminal behavior. What do you believe the benefits are to criminal justice professionals studying Psychological Theories?
Readings:
A Primer on Crime and Deliquency Theory
By Robert M. Bohm and Brenda L. Vogel