WJEC Criminology Unit 2 Biological Theories and Policies Presentation
This is the presentation which coincides the booklet. It covers:
•Physiological Theories – focusing on a criminal’s physical characteristics
•Genetic Theories – that see criminality as inherited
•Brain Injuries and Disorders – that cause people to offend
•Biochemical Explanations – involving factors such as hormones in offending
It also covers the following policies:
Diet
Eugenics
Death Penalty
Chemical Castration
Alcohol abuse
Heroin addiction
Managing prisoners
Sex Offenders

