Explanations Of Crime Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 criminological theories?
A
- Social learning theory
- Strain theory
- Anomie
- Social disorganisation theory
- Labelling theory
2
Q
Define the term ‘anomie’
A
Overwhelming emphasis and presence of monetary success = ends over means
3
Q
Define the term ‘classical learning’
A
Happens from experiences
4
Q
Define the term ‘operant learning’
A
Fear of punishment and positive reward learned from your parents
5
Q
Define the term ‘vicarious learning’
A
Learning by watching other people (modelling)
