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Evaluate Gottfredson and Hirschi's Self-Control Theory in Terms of (1)

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Evaluate Gottfredson and Hirschi's self-control theory in terms of (1) the clarity and measurability of its key concepts, (2) empirical validity, and (3) usefulness in guiding social policy.


Definitions:

Mental Representation

An internal image of a past event or object.

Transformation

The process in which one state is changed into another.

Piagetian Concept

A theory or idea proposed by Jean Piaget, relating to the cognitive development of children, encompassing aspects such as schema, stages of development, and cognitive processes.

Egocentric Thought

A cognitive stance where an individual is unable to differentiate between their own perspective and that of others, common in early childhood development.

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