Pierre was sent to prison for physically assaulting his girlfriend. While he was in prison, Pierre met with counsellors and psychologists to learn how to control his anger. These sessions were an attempt at:
A) incapacitation
B) general deterrence
C) rehabilitation
D) recidivism

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Rehabilitation refers to the efforts made to address the underlying causes of criminal behavior, with the aim of preventing further offending. In this scenario, Pierre is attending counseling sessions in order to learn how to control his anger, which can help him avoid further violent behavior in the future.

Pierre Was Sent to Prison for Physically Assaulting His Girlfriend