According to the Classical School of Thought, the Challenge of the Law

question 21

Multiple Choice

According to the classical school of thought, the challenge of the law and society is to ______________.

• A)determine the causes of crime before they occur
• B)determine the right treatment program for the offender
• C)determine if the offender inherited his criminal behaviors
• D)provide more jobs so that there is less crime
• E)make the punishment fit the crime

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Definitions:

Biopsychosocial Approach

An integrated perspective that incorporates biological, psychological, and social-cultural factors in understanding health and illness.

Unrealistic Sexual Scripts

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Frustration-Aggression Principle

A psychological theory suggesting that frustration often leads to aggressive behavior, as aggression is a consequence of blocked, expected goals.

Scapegoat Theory

A theory suggesting that prejudice offers an outlet for anger by providing someone to blame.