Control Theories Flashcards
nature or nurture?
Nurture
What do control theories try to explain
Why people abide by the law
Containment Theory
Suggested by Walter. C. Reckless
We resist crime due to inner and outer containment
inner containment- our upbringing, particularly our family
Outer containment- influence from social groups, society and our laws
A combination of internal psychological containments and outer social containment prevent people from committing crimes.
Bond theory
suggested by Travis Hirschi
hypothesises that people must form social bonds to prevent criminal behaviour
positive attachments to parents school and peers, commitments to accomplishing future goal, involvement in social activity and ensuring conformity all create pro-social behaviour ad prevent criminal behaviour
what are the four bonds of bond theory
Attachment
Commitment
Involvement
Belief
