If you were to look for a theory that views delinquency as a result of a youth's dysfunctional or destructive relationship with the critical elements of socialization in his or her life-family, peers, schools, community-where the dysfunctionality causes the youth to see delinquency as a feasible alternative, which of the following theories should you choose?
A)Social process
B)Deterrence
C)Social structure
D)Evolutionary

Question

If you were to look for a theory that views delinquency as a result of a youth's dysfunctional or destructive relationship with the critical elements of socialization in his or her life-family, peers, schools, community-where the dysfunctionality causes the youth to see delinquency as a feasible alternative, which of the following theories should you choose? ​
A)Social process
B)Deterrence
C)Social structure
D)Evolutionary

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Social process theories focus on the interactions between individuals and their environment, including family, peers, schools, and community, and how these interactions can lead to delinquency if they are dysfunctional or destructive.

If You Were to Look for a Theory That Views