Which Theory States That It Is a Combination of Both

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which theory states that it is a combination of both internal and external factors that contribute to law-abiding behavior?

• A)social learning theory
• B)containment theory
• C)social control theory
• D)labeling theory

Understand the emotional and subjective aspects of deviant behavior.

Explain the concept of a self-fulfilling prophecy in the context of deviance.

Understand the functionalist perspective on deviance and its role in society.

Recognize the unequal distribution of punishments and the impact of social status on perceptions of deviance.

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Definitions:

Correlation Matrices

A table showing correlation coefficients between sets of variables, revealing how changes in one variable are associated with changes in another.

Superfactors

Refers to overarching dimensions of personality identified in the study of psychology, such as those found in the Five-Factor Model.

Thematic Apperception Tests

A projective psychological test used to reveal a person’s social drives or needs by their interpretation of a series of pictures of emotionally ambiguous situations.

Ego Resiliency

In Jack Block’s personality theory, the ability to vary one’s level of ego control in order to respond appropriately to opportunities and situational circumstances.