Asserting That Criminal Behavior Is Learned Via Intimate Personal Groups

question 40

Multiple Choice

Asserting that criminal behavior is learned via intimate personal groups is a premise for ______.

• A) subculture theory
• B) routine activity theory
• C) differential association theory
• D) social disorganization theory

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Definitions:

Discrete Emotional State

A specific, identifiable emotional condition experienced by an individual, distinguished from other emotions by clear boundaries.

Facial Expressions

Visible changes in the face that convey emotional states or reactions, often universally recognized emotions such as happiness, anger, or surprise.

Self-Awareness Theory

The theory that aspects of the self—one’s attitudes, values, and goals—will be most likely to influence behavior when attention is focused on the self.

Negative Self-Related Discrepancy

The difference between one’s self-perception and an ideal or desired self, often leading to negative emotions or self-evaluation.