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wenmo

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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?


reversalruiz

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Reply #1 on: Aug 17, 2018
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



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