Exam 2: Theories of Deviant Behavior: I Classical Theories

When deciding whether to shoplift the candy, Izzy bases her decision on the fact that she greatly desires the candy and does not think she is likely to get caught. This illustrates the ______ principal, because she is maximizing her pleasure and assuming there will be no consequences.

The scientific approach to the study of physical and social event is also called positivism.

Sun's parents raise her firmly, but kindly. They listen to her, and she learns her words have value. They give her hugs, and she learns that they love her. George Herbert Mead would term Sun's ability to view herself from her parent's perspective as ______.

Simon wants to create theory that explains all forms of crime and deviance. His theory is so complicated it fills an entire series of books. This theory lacks ______.

In Hirschi's control theory, ______ refers to the intensity and variety of interests a person shares with community members.

In social control theory, commitment refers to the intensity and variety of interests a person has in common with others in the community.

What is primary deviance?

In the neoclassical school, the deterrence doctrine involves both ______ and ______.

What do rational choice theory and situational choice theory have in common?

Jack arrives at Daisy's house to pick her up. He does not know her father, but he decides her father thinks he is stupid. Jack begins to think of himself as stupid. What does this demonstrate?