Which of the following theories hold that deviant,criminal,and delinquent behavior (such as drug abuse)are simply "doing what comes naturally" and do not require an explanation; what needs explaining is why people do not deviate from society's norms,rules,and laws?
A) social learning and subculture theories
B) social disorganization theory
C) social control and self-control theories
D) problem-behavior proneness
E) anomie theory

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Social control and self-control theories focus on why people conform to societal norms and laws, suggesting that deviant behavior is natural and what needs explaining is the adherence to rules.

Which of the Following Theories Hold That Deviant,criminal,and Delinquent Behavior