The Process by Which the Peers of a Life-Course Persistent

question 22

Multiple Choice

The process by which the peers of a life-course persistent adolescent reinforce antisocial behavior is referred to as ______.

• A) delinquency socialization
• B) deviancy training
• C) criminal inoculation
• D) vicarious criminalization

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Definitions:

U.S. Census

A decennial survey conducted by the United States that counts every resident in the country, collecting demographic, economic, and housing data.

Group Membership

Involves belonging to a specific collection of individuals who share common interests, goals, or characteristics.

Acculturation

The process of cultural change and psychological change that results following meeting between cultures, where individuals adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group.

Religiosity

The intensity of religious feelings or commitment.