CRIM 101 Lecture Notes - 6 Years, Canadian Studies, Derek B
4 Dec 2012
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Jeremy bentham (1748-1832) - member of the classical. Would employ a hedonistic calculus in deciding whether a certaub action was more likely to result in pleasure than in pain. Social control and rational choice theories say there is nothing unique about criminal behaviour, and that motivation to engage in such behaviour is widespread. Instead of asking why certain individuals commit crimes, social control and rational choice theorists ask why more individuals don"t commit crime. Notion underlying all types of control theory is that conformity cannot be taken for granted. If you want conformity and social control, you need effective socialization. If people don"t learn/internalize social conventions or norms, then social controls will break down or become ineffective. Inner containment = self-control, good self-image, ability to tolerate frustration. Outer containment = family values, institutional reinforcement, effective supervision. External pulls = poverty, unemployment, media, or delinquent friends. Attachment = ties of affection and respect, with parents, school teachers.
