CJ ST 484 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Homicide
26 Dec 2017
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Interactionist perspective: a soft theory of human behavior that asserts that behavior emerges from social interaction and the subjective states relating to that interaction, and is not caused by objective characteristics of individuals. Self-derogation theory: self-derogation pertains to the set of negative feelings and low self-esteem regarding one"s abilities, personal qualities, and behavior. Self-derogation is theorized to be the negative emotions that result from rejection by others. Routine activities theory: suggests that criminal behavior is produced by the coming together in time and space of three basic elements. Hot spots theory: theory that attributes violence and homicide to.
