The “Cheater Theory”, created by Mealey, argues that males are able to gain “alternative reproductive strategies (Criminological Theory, pg 381) that allows them to pass their genes onto their offspring. Some males may inherit this trait while others gain it from prior experiences. Males who have this adaptation are believed to be sexually active at extreme levels with disregard to the care of their sexual partner and offspring. The cheater theory can be used to explain rape and other sexual crimes. The cheater theory attempts to build an evolutionary theory in hopes of understanding the origin of criminal behavior.
The “adaption theory” argues that criminal behavior can be justified by a hostile environment or extreme experiences. Unlike
The “adaption theory” argues that criminal behavior can be justified by a hostile environment or extreme experiences. Unlike