Control theories (i.e., social control and self-control) have the following assumption about human nature:

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Control theories, particularly those related to social control and self-control, generally assume that humans are innately self-interested. This assumption underpins the idea that individuals must be controlled or regulated (either by external forces or through self-discipline) to prevent them from engaging in antisocial or criminal behavior.

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