Which of the following is most closely associated with the interactionist perspective?

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The interactionist perspective emphasizes how individuals interact with their social environment, particularly in terms of communication and exchange of ideas. Differential association theory, which posits that individuals learn deviant behavior from their social networks, is closely associated with the interactionist perspective. The other choices are more closely associated with other perspectives within criminology (instrumentalist Marxism with conflict theory, operant conditioning with behaviorism, and moral development with developmental psychology).

Which of the Following Is Most Closely Associated with the Interactionist