Biological explanations

• Genetic engineering-Inherited criminality


  removing criminal genes from the gene pool,not having children.

  More modern may is where an individuals genetic composition is altered so that undesirable traits can be eradicated.

  For example,replacing a defective in the MAOA gene with a normal one in a fertilised ovum.

  This hasnt been successful in the past,the eugenic movement,sterilisation of criminals,now seen as unethical
• Individual differences Cognitive factors

  Anger management,Controlling anger and learning to manage it(CALM programme)

  24 sessions teaches criminals to monitor and understand their emotions to help prevent them
• Gender socialisation Man up project

  men socialised differently.

  males cold be exposed to more feminine strategies or more male role models who are less aggressive.

  No research to back up this approach,there are anecdotal reports that are positive