Describe the Three Issues When Trying to Study the Incapacitation

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Essay

Describe the three issues when trying to study the incapacitation effect. How do each of the issues propose to affect the amount of crime prevented (or not) that are separate from incapacitation?

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Definitions:

Physiological

Relating to the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.

Psychological

Pertains to the mental processes and behavior of individuals and how they perceive, react, and engage with their environment.

Maslow Hierarchy

Maslow's Hierarchy is a psychological theory proposing that human needs are arranged in a hierarchy, from basic physical needs to complex psychological needs, influencing motivation and behavior.

Self-actualization

The development and realization of individual capabilities and potential, perceived as an inherent aspiration.