__________ theory assumes that for every individual, there exists a containing external structure and a protective internal structure, both of which provide defense, protection, or insulation against delinquency.

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Containment theory, developed by Walter C. Reckless in the 1950s, posits that every individual is surrounded by external societal pressures and internal controls, such as self-concept and tolerance for frustration, which protect against delinquency and deviant behavior.

__________ Theory Assumes That for Every Individual, There Exists a Containing