Developmental Theories Attempt to Provide a Global Vision of a Criminal

question 103

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Developmental theories attempt to provide a global vision of a criminal career, encompassing its onset, persistence, and desistance.

Distinguish between mental set and functional fixedness, and understand how each affects problem-solving.

Explain the role of heuristics, such as the representativeness and availability heuristics, in influencing judgment.

Recognize the influence of cognitive biases, such as confirmation bias and the fallacy of positive instances, on decision-making and judgment.

Understand the impact of language rules, including syntax and displacement, on communication.