Left realist essay Flashcards
1
Q
Lea + Young
A
Marginalised groups lacking in representation and clear goals are more likely to turn to crime
2
Q
The London riots
A
Marginalised youths took to the street as a way to protest their marginalisation
3
Q
London riot AO3
A
Not everyone who commits crime are part of marginalised groups
4
Q
Lea + Young 2
A
Individualism - society has become less community orientated and people have become greedy and selfish leading to a decline in social controls
5
Q
Social Cohesion theory
A
Communities with strong social ties and networks are better able to maintain social order
6
Q
Individualism evidence
A
Individualism has increased by about 12% since 1960s
7
Q
Jones AO3
A
Some people commit crime because it’s fun / entertaining
