University:
Seton Hall University
Course:
CRIM3550AA | History of Criminological Theory
Academic year:

2024
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151

Pages:

1
Author:

Andrea B.

October 24, 2023- History of Criminological Theory In-class notes William Sheldon - Embryo Body Type Temperament Predis. To Street crime Outermost circle- ectoderm-> ectomorph-> cerebrotonic-> introvert, quiet, sheepish Middle- mesoderm-> mesomorph-> somotonic-> extreme and loud, boisterous, extrovert Innermost- endoderm-> endomorph-> viscertonic-> laid back, non-assertive, congenial. - - - Somatotyping: determines people’s body type o 3-digit system  Endomorphy, mesomorphy, ectomorphy  Digit 1-7 score Shaded the types. o Could be multiple types Developed one of the most unique theories of physique type. o Body psychology Born in Rhode Island BA from Brown MA in psych from U of Colorado Key noted works. o Varieties of the human physique o Varieties of the human temperament Basic assumptions People’s physique types were responsible for their personality and criminality. o Endomorphs- good natured extrovert with relaxed posture o Ectomorphs- introverted, reserved, highly sensitive. o Mesomorphs- big boned, broad shoulders, high in muscles, small waist, dynamic assertive with an aggressive posture