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What are the two learning explanations of criminality?

A
  • Classical conditioning - behaviour is determined by unconscious conflicts.
  • Cognitive theory - behaviour is caused by inherited biological traits.
B
  • Cognitive theory - behaviour is shaped by faulty patterns of thinking.
  • Biological theory - behaviour is caused by genes and brain structure.
C
  • Biological theory - behaviour is shaped by genetic inheritance.
  • Psychodynamic theory - behaviour is driven by unconscious childhood conflicts.
D
  • Operant conditioning - behaviour is shaped by consequences.
  • Social learning theory - behaviour is learnt by watching and copying others.

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6.1.1 Learning theories of criminality Flashcards

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22 flashcards on Edexcel GCSE Psychology 6.1.1 Learning theories of criminality: the key terms, definitions and case studies you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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