Can the High Rate of Male Offending Be Explained in Terms

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Essay

Can the high rate of male offending be explained in terms of gender differences in the overall level of stress or strain? Explain why or why not.

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Definitions:

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

A condition in a child that results from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy, causing growth, mental, and physical problems.

Developmental Delay

A condition where a child does not reach their developmental milestones within the expected time frames.

Howard Gardner

An American developmental psychologist best known for his theory of multiple intelligences, which suggests that intelligence is not a single ability but a combination of several distinct types.

Naturalist Intelligence

Refers to the ability to observe, identify, and categorize elements in the natural environment.