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Twin studies - reaserch into the similarity of twins, particulary their criminality similarity to investigate genetic links.

XYY - a rare genetic pattern said to be linked to aggression.

Self-fulfilling prophecy - When the expectations of others influence our behaviour.

Mandatory - Has to be done.

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Who did the study into self-fulfilling prophecy?
Madon
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Who might a forensic Psychologist work for?
Prison and NHS
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What is offender profiling?
Name of the process used to help police catch criminals.
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Name a praticle problem for gathering info from crinimals.
They may with hold info to protect themslef, family or criminal groups.
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What was Sigall and Ostrove's study?
Whether attractiveness effected jury desicion and relation between being pretty and type of crime committed.
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What did Rosenthal and Jacobsen do?
Looked into wether self- fulfilling prophecy could effect Iq scores.
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