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An Individual Indicates That He Has Been Unemployed for Months

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An individual indicates that he has been unemployed for months and has been unable to obtain legitimate work. Due to this frustration he began committing burglaries and selling the stolen items for money. Which correctional theory would explain this individual's behavior?


Definitions:

Erotic Plasticity

The degree to which an individual's sex drive can be changed by social, cultural, and situational factors.

Late Teens

This term refers to the age period of individuals who are around 16 to 19 years old, nearing the transition from adolescence to adulthood.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance known for its depressant effects on the central nervous system, found in beverages like beer, wine, and spirits.

Habituation

The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus after repeated exposure, leading to a decrease in response.

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