Criminal Conduct: GPCSL Theory Overview
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What does the GPCSL theory emphasize regarding criminal conduct?

  • Personality/temperament and family relationships are irrelevant.
  • There are multiple routes to involvement in illegal conduct. (correct)
  • Only biological factors lead to criminal behavior.
  • Criminal behavior is solely a result of environmental influences.
  • Which of the following correlates with criminal behavior according to the GPCSL theory?

  • Strict adherence to societal norms
  • Personality/temperament and family relationships (correct)
  • High levels of education
  • Only socioeconomic status
  • Which assumption is NOT made by the GPCSL theory about young offenders?

  • They are always weakly tied to their parents. (correct)
  • They are generally restless.
  • They may have varying personality traits.
  • They often have aggressive tendencies.
  • What is the primary focus of Figure 3.1 in the GPCSL presentation?

    <p>The psycho-social-biological factors influencing criminal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the GPCSL model of criminal conduct?

    <p>It recognizes diverse pathways to criminal behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    General Personality and Cognitive Social Learning Theory of Criminal Conduct

    • The General Personality and Cognitive Social Learning (GPCSL) theory is presented by referencing Figure 3.1.
    • The theory highlights psycho-social-biological factors influencing and maintaining criminal behavior.
    • The model emphasizes multiple pathways to criminal involvement.
    • Correlation between personality/temperament, family relationships, and criminal behavior is acknowledged by the model.
    • The model does not assume all young offenders have the same characteristics (e.g., restless, aggressive, weak ties to parents).

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    Explore the General Personality and Cognitive Social Learning (GPCSL) theory regarding criminal conduct. This quiz delves into the psycho-social-biological factors that influence criminal behavior and acknowledges the varied pathways leading to criminal involvement among young offenders. Assess your understanding of how personality, family relationships, and temperament interact within this framework.

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