Differential Association Theory Was Developed by Thomas Edison in 1940

question 30

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Differential association theory was developed by Thomas Edison in 1940 and was one of the first individuals to suggest criminality and violence were not aberrations but were simply learned behaviors like all other behaviors.

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Definitions:

Projection

A defense mechanism in psychology where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and motives to another person.

Unconscious Impulses

Unconscious impulses are desires or motivations that influence an individual's thoughts and actions without their conscious awareness.

Attributing

Attributing involves assigning a cause or reason to an event or behavior, often relating to explaining why something happened.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety or social sanctions and to manage emotional conflicts.