Sheldon’s somatotypes theory

Question 1

what did Sheldon believe about criminals?

Answer 1

they are physically different to non criminals
thought certain body types were linked to criminality

Question 2

what are the 3 somatotypes?

Answer 2

ectomorphs
mesomorphs
endomorphs

Question 3

explain ectomorphs:
+traits

Answer 3

thin, lack fat and muscle, thin face, flat chested, high forehead

self conscious and emotionally restrained

Question 4

explain mesomorphs:
+traits

Answer 4

muscular, strong limbs, broad shoulders

sensation-seeking, risk-taking and domineering

Question 5

explain endomorphs:
+traits

Answer 5

round body shape, lack of muscle, wide hips

sociable and outgoing

Question 6

who does Sheldon believe is the most likely to be a criminal and why?

Answer 6

mesomorphs

their physical structure is beneficial in crime and they are more likely to engage in risk-taking behaviour than other somatotypes