introduction to crime theory 8
Part I
***The minimum word count for the entire is 1300 words and you must include three scholarly sources! Scholarly sources does not count toward word count! You must use APA formatting to cite your sources. Be sure to read the entire assignment and address each issue/question posed. (References doesn’t count towards word count)***
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?
Part II
***The minimum word count for the entire is 250 words and you must include three scholarly sources! Scholarly sources does not count toward word count! You must use APA formatting to cite your sources. Be sure to read the entire assignment and address each issue/question posed. (References doesn’t count towards word count!)***
Please answer the following questions as part of this week’s discussion assignment:
“Define and critique both the Situational Crime Prevention and Routine Activity Theories. Which of the two theories do you find more plausible? Why?”