Flashcards from Crime in the Making by Robert J. Sampson and John H. Laub

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts discussed in Robert J. Sampson and John H. Laub's work on crime, delinquency, and social control.

Juvenile Delinquency

Engagement in criminal behavior by minors.

Longitudinal Studies

Research that follows the same subjects over a period of time.

Social Control Theory

A theory suggesting that stronger social ties and commitments can reduce deviance.

Turning Points

Significant life events that can alter an individual's trajectory.

Criminal Careers

A concept that emphasizes the progression and continuity of criminal behavior over time.

Informal Social Control

The regulation of behavior through social relationships and community norms.

Age-Crime Curve

A graphical representation showing that crime rates typically peak during adolescence and decline in adulthood.

Desistance

The process of ceasing to engage in criminal behavior.

Efficacy in Child Rearing

The effectiveness of parenting practices in fostering self-control and social behavior in children.

Life-Course Perspective

An approach that considers how various life stages and transitions affect individual behavior and outcomes.