The finding that problem behaviors such as delinquency, substance use, and school misconduct often occur together for serious, persistent delinquents is called:

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The concept of "generality of deviance" refers to the observation that various types of problem behaviors, including delinquency, substance use, and school misconduct, tend to co-occur among individuals, particularly those who are serious and persistent offenders. This suggests a general underlying factor or factors contributing to a broad range of deviant behaviors.

The Finding That Problem Behaviors Such as Delinquency, Substance Use