Learning from others - Sutherland (Upbringing)

UPBRINGING

Theory of differential association

• Criminal behaviour is learned (not inherited. Without prior influence of others, incapable of inventing criminal behaviour.)
• There are subcultures within society: some have norms favourable towards criminal activity and others unfavourable
• Criminal behaviour learned in interaction with other persons in communication (such communication usually involved verbal interaction. Also involve gestures. Supports the 1st point - can't become criminals by selves.)
• Differential association: proportion of favourable to non-favourable definitions of…