We will consider the nature-vs- nurture debate regarding criminology. Now that we studied the Nature
(biological theories) and the Nurture (Sociological theories) and have a strong foundation on each, what is
your educated opinion?
Nature means a person is constitutionally or genetically predisposed to be criminal (Born criminals)
Nurture means that the course of life and its events caused the person to become a criminal.
Metaphysical means non-science. If you remember from your readings (Chapter 3), the metaphysical
period lasted for thousands of years prior to the Renaissance period. The belief that Gods, demons, or
unexplained or unproven spirits and the like caused criminal action. This also includes the philosophy
components (remember ethics?) as well.
For example if I believe Nature is more powerful than Nurture and metaphysical, my chart may look like
this…
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