The Selective Incapacitation Approach Focuses on Individuals Classified as Chronic

question 147

True/False

The selective incapacitation approach focuses on individuals classified as chronic, career, or repeat offenders.

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Definitions:

Increase Probability

The act of making an event or outcome more likely to occur.

Behaviour

The way in which an individual acts or conducts themselves, especially towards others.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Punishment

A consequence applied to decrease or eliminate a behavior or action considered undesirable.