Self-Control Theory Explains Crime and Also "Analogous Acts" Such as Accidents

question 29

True/False

Self-control theory explains crime and also "analogous acts" such as accidents, smoking, and alcohol use.

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

The theory that people are motivated to explain their own and other people’s behavior by attributing causes of that behavior to a situation or a disposition.

Dispositional

Pertaining to one's inherent qualities of mind and character, influencing behavior and reactions.

Situational

Relating to or dependent upon a particular set of circumstances or context.

Altruistically

Acting with an unselfish concern for the welfare of others.