General Strain Theory Flashcards
Factors that affect choice of adaptation
Mediating variables
Expansion of Strain Theory:
- Expand definition of
- Inclusion of
- Strain
2. “Mediating variables”
_ leads to _, which leads to _.
- _ _ affect type of adaptation
Anomie, strain, adaptation
- mediating variables
Many types of _ _ with others produce _.
“Negative relationships”, strain
Events/conditions that are disliked by others
“Negative relationships”
Strain caused by “negative relationships”: (3)
- Failure to achieve goals
- Presentation of negative stimuli
- Removal of positive stimuli
Failure to achieve goals because of situation/others:
-disjunction between:
- Ideal goals and actual outcome
- Realistic goals and actual outcome
- Expectation of fair outcome and actual outcome
Impact of strain depends on: (2)
Magnitude and cumulative/noncumulative
3 types of adaptation:
Cognitive, behavioral, emotional
2 cognitive adaptations:
- Redefine source/impact of strain
2. Take responsibility and move on
Behavioral adaptation:
Trying to alter situation to avoid strain
Emotional adaptation
Cope by acting/treating emotions (stress) from strain.
_ and _ can explain why different people respond differently to different levels of strain.
Internal constraints, external constraints
Criticisms:
Certain strains more likely to lead to deviant behavior
- this varies among groups (e.g. kids vs adults)
Deviant behavior directed outward/inward depending on gender.
Internal constraints: variables _ in nature
Psychosocial
