Jeffrey's (1965) Differential Reinforcement Theory States That Whether Someone Commits

question 28

Multiple Choice

Jeffrey's (1965) differential reinforcement theory states that whether someone commits crime depends on whether:

• A)the individual has been reinforced for similar behaviour in the past
• B)the individual has observed similar behaviour in the past
• C)the individual has been punished for similar behaviour in the past
• D)the individual belongs to a family of criminals

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Definitions:

Patients

Individuals receiving medical treatment or therapy, especially those under the care of a psychiatrist or psychologist in the context of mental health.

Relaxed And Informal

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Formal

Pertaining to or following established forms or rules; official, proper, or ceremonial in nature.

First-Borns

Individuals born as the eldest child in their family, often attributed with specific behavioral or personality traits due to their birth order.