the attachment between the individual and others based on the extent to which we are concerned by what people think of us. e.g. dont care = not bound to social norms.
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explain commitment (Social bond theory)
the investment of time/effort/money into an activity.
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explain involvement (Social bond theory)
someone who is heavily involved with conventional activities does not have the time or oppourtunity for delinquent activity,
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explain belief (Social bond theory)
the strength of our commitment to certain beliefs. the stronger our belief in conventional goals, the less likely we are to offend.
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what is the title of Gottfredson and Hirschi's 1990 text?
'general theory of crime'
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how do G+H explain offenders?
offenders are people with low self-control over their desires - they are impulsive and risk seeking with a low temper threshold.
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what was the basis for G+H blaming parents for delinquent behaviour?
G+H thought self control needed to be instilled in our early life so it is the parental failure to instill these attriutes.
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as well as low self-control what else is needed for offending?
oppourtunity
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how did G+H explain gener difference in offending?
it reflects the differences in oppourtunity or supervision. also there is a difference in self-control between males and females.
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Card 2
Front
identify the three sub-theorys.
Back
1. NEUTRALISATION AND DRIFT 2. SOCIAL BOND THEORY 3. GENERAL THEORY OF CRIME
Card 3
Front
who are the key theorists associated with neutralisation and drift theory?
Back
Card 4
Front
which key theorist is associated with social bond theory?
Back
Card 5
Front
which key theorists are associated with the general theory of crime?
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