Learning Theory Explanation of Criminal Behavior

Описание: 📚 Learning Theory Explanation of Criminal Behaviour | Edexcel Psychology

Why do people engage in criminal behaviour?
According to learning theory, crime isn’t something people are born with, it’s something they learn through their environment.

In this video, we break down the Learning Theory explanation of criminal behaviour exactly as required by the Edexcel Psychology specification, making it clear, structured, and exam-ready.

🔍 In this video, you’ll learn:

How operant conditioning explains crime through reinforcement and punishment

The role of positive and negative reinforcement in maintaining criminal behaviour

How social learning theory explains crime through imitation and role models

The importance of vicarious reinforcement

Key Edexcel terminology you must use in exams

How to apply this theory to exam questions

🧠 This topic is essential for:

GCSE Psychology (Edexcel)

A-Level Psychology (Edexcel)

Students revising criminological explanations of offending

Teachers looking for clear classroom explanations

✍🏽 Exam Tip:
Always link learning theory to environmental influences and use real-world examples when answering 2- 4 or even 9 mark questions.

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