Compare and Contrast Cressey's and Albrecht's Theories of Crime Causation

question 32

Essay

Compare and contrast Cressey's and Albrecht's theories of crime causation.

---

Definitions:

Self-concept

An individual's comprehensive perception of themselves, including beliefs about one's traits, qualities, and capabilities.

Actual Abilities

The real skills, talents, and competencies that an individual genuinely possesses as opposed to perceived abilities.

Self-discrepancy Theory

A psychological model that explains how the difference between one's actual self and ideal or ought selves affects emotional states.

Ought Self

A component of self-discrepancy theory referring to the representation of the attributes someone believes they should possess, often influenced by societal expectations.