Discuss how social process theories influence social policy. ...

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Discuss how social process theories influence social policy.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Describe the general theory of crime as developed by Gottfredson and Hirschi.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

The answer should include the following points:

• influence of differential association theory on delinquency prevention/control programs


• influence of social control theory on delinquency prevention/control programs


• influence of drift theory on delinquency prevention/control programs


• influence of labeling theory on delinquency prevention/control programs

Answer to Question 2

The answer should include the following points:
Gottfredson and Hirschis General Theory of Crime states:

• lack of self-control is the common factor underlying problem behaviors


• low self-control surfaces as:


• impulsive personality


• risk taking


• short-sightededness


• self-centered thinking


• low self-control combined with criminal opportunity (drugs, gangs, and free time) results in delinquency, status offenses, smoking, and drinking