Labeling theorists would explain recidivism among those released from prison as
A) behavior caused by the company they keep upon their release.
B) resulting from their anger at having been incarcerated.
C) a function of biology.
D) behavior caused by the difficulty in changing their classification as deviants.

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Labeling theorists argue that once individuals are labeled as deviants, it becomes difficult for them to change this classification, leading to continued deviant behavior such as recidivism.

Labeling Theorists Would Explain Recidivism Among Those Released from Prison