Which criminal theory lays greater emphasis on the argument that negative emotions resulting from society's pressures encourage criminal behavior?

A. life course theory
B. routine activity theory
C. conflict theory
D. social disorganization theory
E. general strain theory

Respuesta :

The correct answer is general strain theory.
The general strain theory depicts crime as a form of adaptive, problem-solving behavior, usually committed in response to negative emotions resulting from society's pressures and undesirable social environments.The pressure that individuals feel to reach socially determined goals result in negative emotions that lead to delinquency. 

Answer:

E) general strain theory

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