Gottfredson and Hirschi Trace the Root Cause of Poor Self-Control

question 63

Short Answer

Gottfredson and Hirschi trace the root cause of poor self-control to inadequate _________.

Identify and explain the exceptions to the parol evidence rule.

Distinguish between conditions precedent and subsequent in contract law.

Understand how electronic transactions are treated under laws related to the statute of frauds.

Understand the concept of fraudulent misrepresentation and its requirements, including intent and scienter.

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Definitions:

Depressive Personality Disorder

A personality disorder characterized by chronic feelings of sadness, emptiness, and emotional instability.

Clusters

Groups of personality disorders. DSM-IV-TR lists 10 personality disorders in three clusters: (A) odd and eccentric disorders (paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal); (B) dramatic, emotional, or erratic disorders (antisocial, borderline, histrionic, and narcissistic); and (C) anxious and fearful disorders (avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive).

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is a standardized classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals.

Clusters

Groups of similar objects, subjects, or events that are placed together based on certain criteria or characteristics.