The Idea That Individuals Learn to Be Deviant by Interacting

question 106

Multiple Choice

The idea that individuals learn to be deviant by interacting with others who are already deviant is called:

• A) conflict theory.
• B) self-fulfilling prophecy.
• C) secondary deviance.
• D) differential association theory.
• E) labeling theory.

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

A form of social learning that occurs through watching the behaviors of others and then imitating, or modeling, those behaviors.

Relatively Permanent

Describes a condition or effect that is long-lasting or enduring, though not necessarily unchangeable.

Reproduce Actions

The ability to mimic or perform the same actions as observed from others or as previously learned.

Acquire Skills

The process of learning or developing abilities and knowledge through practice, study, or experience.