A-Level psychology [edexcel] - Biological explanations of criminality

This is an A-level psychology lesson which focuses on biological explanations for criminality. This lesson only covers Eysneck personality, personality disorders and twin/ adoption studies. The lesson is designed to last 90 minutes and there are a total of 18 slides on the power point.

Included:

• Starter, Social psychology recap, true or false.
• Homework recap- wider reading task. I have not attached this document, but please email me on amyfo7@live.co.uk if you would like me to send it over.
• Eysenck key concepts- hand out sheet. Attached, students to fill in.
• Description of personality theory.
• Link to personality test which students can complete.
• Explanation of the biological basis of Eysenck’s theory.
• Examples- youtube clip- links to Charles Mason. Application, does he show PEN characteristics?
• Evaluation summarised.
• 4 mark exam question - with example answer.
• Explanation of other personality disorders & evaluation.
• Twin and adoption study - Sultsky et al and Mednick.
• 8 mark exam question - students to plan out as plenary task.