What does Eysenck's Theory of the Criminal Personality propose?
Traits predispose criminal behavior
Extraversion is characterized by sociability, assertiveness, and excitement-seeking, which links to criminal behavior through risk-taking
Neuroticism involves emotional instability and moodiness, which can lead to impulsivity and poor emotional regulation.
What trait in Eysenck's theory reflects a lack of empathy and disregard for social norms?
Psychoticism
Individuals high in all three traits are less likely to learn from punishment
Match the personality trait with its description:
Extraversion ↔️ Outgoing, sociable, assertive
Neuroticism ↔️ Anxious, emotionally unstable
Psychoticism ↔️ Impulsive, unempathetic
Eysenck identified three dimensions of personality: Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Psychoticism.
What are the characteristics of Extraversion according to Eysenck's theory?
Outgoing, sociable, assertive
Neuroticism is associated with being moody, prone to worry, and emotionally unstable
Psychoticism includes a disregard for social rules and a lack of empathy, increasing the likelihood of criminal behavior.
How does Extraversion link to criminal behavior in Eysenck's theory?
Seeks thrills, risk-taking
Neuroticism can lead to criminal behavior through poor emotional regulation
What is the link between Psychoticism and criminal behavior according to Eysenck?
Lack of empathy, disregard for rules
Match the personality dimension with its link to criminal behavior:
Extraversion ↔️ Seeks thrills, risk-taking
Neuroticism ↔️ Poor emotional regulation
Psychoticism ↔️ Lack of empathy, disregard for norms
According to Eysenck's theory, three personality traits are linked to criminality: Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Psychoticism
What are the characteristics associated with Extraversion in Eysenck's theory?
Outgoing, sociable, assertive
Neuroticism in Eysenck's theory is linked to poor emotional regulation and impulsivity.
The personality trait of Psychoticism is characterized by a lack of empathy and disregard for rules
Why are individuals high in all three traits more likely to engage in criminal behavior?
Impulsivity, lack of empathy
Match the biological factor with its description:
Genetics ↔️ Hereditary traits from parents
Brain Structure ↔️ Differences in regions like the prefrontal cortex
Neurochemistry ↔️ Levels of neurotransmitters
Hormonal Influences ↔️ Effects of hormones like testosterone
What does Eysenck's Theory of the Criminal Personality propose?
Traits predispose to criminality
Extraversion in Eysenck's theory is linked to a need for stimulation and thrill-seeking.
Individuals high in all three traits are more likely to engage in criminal behavior due to impulsivity, lack of empathy, and a tendency to seek excitement
What neurotransmitter is associated with high extraversion according to Eysenck's theory?
Dopamine
Order the strengths and weaknesses of Eysenck's Theory:
1️⃣ Provides a clear framework for understanding personality and criminality
2️⃣ Supported by empirical research
3️⃣ Oversimplifies criminal behavior
4️⃣ Critics argue it lacks specificity
What is one strength of Eysenck's Theory?
Clear framework for understanding
One weakness of Eysenck's Theory is that it oversimplifies the complex nature of criminal behavior
What is one strength of Eysenck's Theory?
Provides a clear framework
Eysenck's Theory focuses primarily on three personality dimensions
Critics argue that Eysenck's Theory is too broad and lacks specificity in predicting criminal behavior.
Match the strength or weakness of Eysenck's Theory with its description:
Theoretical Framework ↔️ Clear and concise dimensions
Oversimplification ↔️ Focuses on three personality traits
Empirical Support ↔️ Research links high Psychoticism to crime
What is one weakness of Eysenck's Theory regarding empirical support?
Limited predictive validity
Eysenck's Theory may not account for situational factors
Overall, Eysenck's Theory is considered a significant contribution despite its limitations.
What is one major criticism of Eysenck's Theory?
Focuses solely on traits
Bartol and Holanchock's study challenged the role of Psychoticism
Match the supporting evidence or criticism with its description:
Eysenck's research ↔️ Links high PEN scores to crime
Bartol & Holanchock's study ↔️ Challenges Psychoticism as a predictor
Theoretical Validity ↔️ Provides a clear personality-crime link
What personality trait is associated with the Serial Killer in Eysenck's Theory?
High Psychoticism
The impulsive thief is likely high in Neuroticism and Extraversion
Eysenck's Theory can explain all types of criminal behavior without considering situational factors.