When it comes to crime, males and females are different. The types of crimes that they commit differ from each other and even the level of aggressiveness. But what causes these differences? And what type of crime differences are there? Also, does the media help promote crime? The aim of this paper is to try and answer these questions and specify the gender differences found in crime. Furthermore, theories that can help explain these differences will be analysed.
It is a well-known fact that males have higher rates of offending than their female counterparts. Indeed, Jones states that females have lower arrest rates than males for virtually all crime categories except prostitution. This is accurate for every historical period and for all racial and ethnic groups, in all countries where data is available. Male offenders occupy over 90 % of the prison population whereas females occupy less than 10 % of the prison cells.
Although several researchers argue that female offending is increasing at a faster, higher rate than that compared to males, men are still at a majority for registered crime. Consequently, many people tend to believe that males are natural-born criminals, but to which extent is this true? Like various other experts, Abrahams mentioned that there are certain biological differences which influence these results. In fact, there are arguments in which experts say that it is due to biological differences that males end up committing more crime.
Table of Contents
- 1.0 Brief Overview
- 2.0 Differences in Crime between Males and Females
- 2.1 Biological Differences
- 2.2 Behavioural Differences
- 2.3 Gender Role Differences
- 3.0 How do Crimes differ from Male to Female Offenders?
- 4.0 Media, Crime and Gender
- 5.0 Theoretical Approaches in Gender Differences and Crime
- 6.0 Conclusion
Objectives and Key Themes
This report aims to explore the disparities in crime rates between males and females. It investigates the underlying causes of these differences, examining biological, behavioral, and societal factors. The report also analyzes how the media portrays these gender differences in crime and explores relevant theoretical frameworks for understanding them.
- Gender differences in crime rates and types of offenses
- Biological and behavioral factors contributing to gender disparities in crime
- The influence of gender roles and societal expectations on criminal behavior
- The media's portrayal of gender and crime
- Theoretical explanations for gender differences in criminality
Chapter Summaries
1.0 Brief Overview: This introductory section establishes the existence of significant gender differences in crime rates and types of offenses. It highlights the need to understand the underlying reasons for these disparities and previews the report's objectives, which include exploring biological, behavioral, and social factors, as well as the media's influence and relevant theoretical approaches.
2.0 Differences in Crime between Males and Females: This chapter presents the stark reality of significantly higher male offending rates across various crime categories and globally. It uses statistical data to illustrate this disparity, referencing studies showing that men constitute the vast majority of the prison population worldwide. While acknowledging the argument of increasing female crime rates, the chapter maintains that males remain the dominant group in registered crime. Specific examples, such as data from Malta's Corradino Correctional Facility, are used to further illustrate the significant gender disparity in incarceration rates.
2.1 Biological Differences: This section delves into the biological arguments used to explain the higher crime rates among males. It posits that biological differences, particularly in terms of physical strength and aggression, contribute to males' higher involvement in violent crimes. The section utilizes data and examples to highlight this, comparing injury rates associated with male and female offenders and illustrating the disparity in violent crime rates between genders through figures and data from various sources, including data on the average annual number of offenders reported by victims for specific offenses.
Keywords
Gender differences in crime, male offending, female offending, biological factors, behavioral factors, gender roles, media representation, crime statistics, theoretical approaches, violent crime.
Frequently Asked Questions: Gender Differences in Crime
What is the main focus of this report?
This report comprehensively explores the disparities in crime rates between males and females. It investigates the underlying causes of these differences, examining biological, behavioral, and societal factors. The report also analyzes how the media portrays these gender differences in crime and explores relevant theoretical frameworks for understanding them.
What topics are covered in the report?
The report covers a range of topics, including: gender differences in crime rates and types of offenses; biological and behavioral factors contributing to gender disparities in crime; the influence of gender roles and societal expectations on criminal behavior; the media's portrayal of gender and crime; and theoretical explanations for gender differences in criminality.
What are the key themes explored in the report?
Key themes include the significantly higher male offending rates across various crime categories globally; the exploration of biological factors like physical strength and aggression in relation to male involvement in violent crime; the role of behavioral and societal factors (including gender roles); the media's influence on the perception of gender and crime; and the application of theoretical frameworks to understand these gender disparities.
What is the structure of the report?
The report is structured with a brief overview, followed by chapters dedicated to differences in crime between males and females (including biological, behavioral, and gender role perspectives), how crimes differ between male and female offenders, the media's role in portraying gender and crime, theoretical approaches to understanding gender differences in crime, and a concluding chapter.
What specific data or examples are used in the report?
The report utilizes statistical data to illustrate the disparity in crime rates between genders, including data from Malta's Corradino Correctional Facility to demonstrate the significant gender disparity in incarceration rates. It also uses data comparing injury rates associated with male and female offenders and data on the average annual number of offenders reported by victims for specific offenses to illustrate differences in violent crime rates.
What are the key takeaways from the chapter summaries?
The chapter summaries highlight the significant and persistent gender disparity in crime rates, with males significantly overrepresented in most crime categories. They emphasize the multifaceted nature of this disparity, drawing attention to biological, behavioral, societal, and media influences. The summaries also stress the importance of theoretical frameworks in understanding these complex dynamics.
What are the keywords associated with this report?
Keywords include: Gender differences in crime, male offending, female offending, biological factors, behavioral factors, gender roles, media representation, crime statistics, theoretical approaches, violent crime.
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- Kimberley Bartolo (Autor:in), 2017, Gender Differences in Crime. Media, Crime and Gender, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/958677
