Some Have Criticized Probation as Being a "Meaningless" Punishment

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Essay

Some have criticized probation as being a "meaningless" punishment. Why might they think this? What reforms would you suggest for increasing the surveillance aspect of probation?

Recognize the importance of critical thinking and the role of ethics in resisting undue social influence and pressure.

Understand the psychological research related to social influence, including key studies by researchers like Milgram and Asch.

Identify the social and psychological factors that can lead to resistance or susceptibility to social pressure.

Discuss how understanding social influence tactics can aid in resisting them and making informed decisions.

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Definitions:

Kindness

The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate, often manifested in actions designed to help or benefit others.

Diligence

Persistent and hardworking effort in doing something.

Reciprocal Determinism

A theory proposed by Albert Bandura that suggests an individual's behavior, personal factors, and environmental factors are mutually influencing each other.

Psychodynamic

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the complex interplay of internal urges and conflicts in shaping behavior and personality.