In Situations in Which People Who Committed Crimes Are Unable

question 234

Multiple Choice

In situations in which people who committed crimes are unable to appreciate that what they did was wrong because they have a severe intellectual disability,such as Down syndrome or brain damage,these people may be found

• A) guilty but impaired.
• B) not guilty by reason of insanity.
• C) not guilty by reason of diminished responsibility.
• D) guilty under exceptional circumstances.

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Definitions:

Environmental Determinants

Factors within one's surroundings that significantly impact an individual's development, behavior, and wellbeing.

Psychoanalytic Approach

A theory of psychology developed by Sigmund Freud that focuses on unconscious processes, childhood experiences, and sexual and aggressive instincts in influencing human behavior and personality.

Collectivist Culture

A societal structure where individuals prioritize the goals and needs of the group or community over personal desires.

Personal Achievement

The accomplishment of personal goals or objectives through individual effort or skill, often resulting in personal satisfaction.