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Strength: Large Sample Size
Sheldon's theory benefits from a large sample size, allowing for more reliable comparisons between criminals and non-criminals.
Strength: Addition of Temperament
The inclusion of temperament in Sheldon's theory provides further justification for linking body shape and criminal behaviour.
Strength: Sheldon Found Mesomorphs and Criminality
Sheldon found that criminal groups tended to have more mesomorphic body types, supporting his claims.
Strength: Support from Researchers
Some researchers have found results that support parts of Sheldon's initial theory, providing further validation to his claims.
Weakness: Reliance on Biological Factors
Sheldon's theory relies solely on biological factors (body shape) to explain criminal behaviour, without scientific proof.
Weakness: Reliability Issues
Sheldon's theory is criticised for its lack of reliability, as it is based on Sheldon's personal judgements to assess body shapes.
Weakness: Limited Explanation of Crime
Sheldon's theory doesn't explain how other body types (ectomorphs and endomorphs) can also commit crimes, including cybercrime and drug offences.
Weakness: Somatotype Variability
A person's somatotype (body type) is not fixed and can change over time, which undermines the theory's consistency.
Weakness: Social Influence on Mesomorphs
Sheldon's theory doesn't account for how society might influence mesomorphs to commit crimes, suggesting criminal behaviour may be learned rather than biologically predetermined.
