Jared is a devoted son to his parents and brother to his sisters. He is also the captain of his high school's debate team. But the real joy of his life is volunteering in the woodworking shop at the local nursing home every week. There, he gets to know the residents and create new items for the nursing home, such as rocking chairs and bookshelves. What theory argues that Jared is less likely to engage in deviant behavior because of his connections to his family, debate team members, and the residents of the nursing home?

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Social control theory suggests that strong social bonds to family, friends, and institutions such as schools and community organizations can decrease the likelihood of engaging in deviant behavior. Jared's connections to his family, debate team, and the nursing home residents serve as protective factors against deviance according to this theory.

Jared Is a Devoted Son to His Parents and Brother