What Are Some of the Major Findings of Early Research

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Essay

What are some of the major findings of early research into the study of genetics in criminology? What does this suggest about human behavior in relation to social and physical environments?

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Definitions:

Idiosyncratic Phobias

Unique and unusual fears that are specific to an individual, differing significantly from common phobias.

"Little Albert"

A famous psychology experiment conducted by John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayner that studied classical conditioning in humans.

Alcoholism Rates

The prevalence or incidence of alcoholism within a given population, often measured as the number of individuals diagnosed with alcohol use disorder per capita.

DSM Criticisms

Various critiques of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, often focusing on issues like its categorization of mental disorders, reliance on a medical model, or cultural bias.