BTEC Applied Psychology - Unit 4 LAA

Unit Overview: Forensic Psychology LAA

Delve into the psychological underpinnings of criminal behaviour with our unit. This comprehensive collection of presentations is designed to explore the multifaceted nature of criminal psychology, examining theories and evidence from genetics to social learning.

Key Features:

Biological Perspectives: “Genetic Explanations of Crime” and “Low Gene Activity Explanation of Crime” presentations offer insights into the controversial debate on the role of genetics in criminal behaviour.

Neuroscience Focus: Discover the connection between “The Amygdala and Criminal Behaviour” to understand the neurobiological factors that may influence aggression and impulsivity.

Personality Theories: “Eysenck’s Criminal Personality” dives into the psychological traits that may predispose individuals to criminal activity.

Cognitive Approaches: “Cognitive Explanations of Offending Behaviour”
examines how cognitive processes can contribute to criminal patterns.

Social Influences: Understand how “Social Learning Theory” applies to criminal behaviour, providing a lens through which to view the impact of environment and learning.

Environmental Factors: “Upbringing” addresses how early life experiences can shape future behaviour, including tendencies towards criminality.