10 Questions
According to Walter Reckless, what is the inner control system in control theory primarily comprised of?
Fears of punishment and internalized morality
What aspect of behavior does Travis Hirschi's control theory emphasize as a deterrent for deviance?
Ruined career prospects
What determines the deviancy of a person in control theory?
Strength of inner and outer controls
What does the outer control system in control theory involve?
Groups like friends, family, and police that influence us not to deviate
According to Travis Hirschi, what is linked to conformity in his control theory?
Attachment
What factor inhibits deviance by providing individuals with less time and energy for deviant activities?
Involvement in legitimate activities
Which factor is likely to restrain tendencies toward deviance by instilling a strong conscience and respect for authority figures?
Strong belief in conventional morality
What encourages conformity by making individuals less likely to violate societal norms due to their strong attachment?
Weak family relationships
Which factor is more likely to lead someone to drift toward deviance due to little confidence in future success?
Weak family relationships
How do weak relationships, especially in the family and in school, leave people freer to engage in deviance?
By providing more time and energy for deviant activity
Test your knowledge of control theory as developed by Walter Reckless in 1973, which explains the restraint on deviant behavior. Explore the inner and outer control systems and their impact on human motivations.
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