control theory

Who made the control theory?

Hirschi

Divine right of kings

• God appointed kings

• So they had to obey them

“People would only be satisfied to take orders from the king if everything was working out well for them”

The social contract

What did Hobbes call the state before kings or government?

• the state of nature

“Man is _______ and _________ self interested”

• naturally

• Exclusively

What question did Hirschi ask instead of “why do people commit crime”

“Why don’t people commit crime”

Crime occurs when what is weakened?

• attachment

• Belief

• Commitment

• Involvement

How does attachment stop people from committing crime?

• emotional attachment to individuals

• Concerned with their opinions and affection

Why does belief stop people from committing crime?

• Belief and reverence for laws

• Won’t break them if they agree

Why does commitment stop people from committing crimes?

• commitment to conventional goals (school, job)

• People with criminal records less likely to be hired

Why does involvement stop people from committing crimes?

• involvement in society (hobbies, education, work)

• They don’t have enough time to commit crimes also

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What did Hirschi say about human nature

• naturally and exclusively selfish

who made the social bond theory (ABCI)

• hirschi