Those associations that occur earlier (priority), last longer and occupy more of one's time (duration), take place more often (frequency), and involve others with whom one has the more important or closer relationship (intensity) will have the greater effect on behavior.

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This statement aligns with the principles of differential association theory, which suggests that the nature of associations (priority, duration, frequency, intensity) influences behavior.

Those Associations That Occur Earlier (Priority), Last Longer and Occupy