control theory T7

Question 1

key assumptions

Answer 1

accept OCS = aim to explain why young, black, w/c males from urban areas commit crime

Question 2

Hirschi’s social bonds that pull people away from crime and towards conformity

Answer 2

• commitment
• attachment
• belief
• involvement

Question 3

commitment

Answer 3

people committed to conventional activities and do not wish to jeopardise
e.g. working, raising family

Question 4

attachment

Answer 4

people attached to those around them and sensitive to their needs & wishes

Question 5

belief

Answer 5

share moral beliefs e.g. respect for others & obedience

Question 6

involvement

Answer 6

kept busy with involvement in clubs, teams etc = no time for crime

Question 7

Hirschi opportunity theory

Answer 7

inadequate self-control arising from weak social bonds is not enough to explain crime- opportunities must be present
prevent crime by encouraging family, community, socialisation to promote conformity

Question 8

positive evaluation of Hirschi

Answer 8

recognises importance of socialisation and social control in maintaining cohesive society

Question 9

negative evaluation of Hirschi

Answer 9

• doesn’t explain why those who have weaker bonds don’t commit
• doesn’t recognise those with strong bonds do commit (white collar crime)