CPSS 235 Wk 1 Discussion – Juvenile Offender Theories

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CPSS 235 Wk 1 Discussion - Juvenile Offender Theories
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CPSS 235 Wk 1 Discussion – Juvenile Offender Theories

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following questions in a 200- to 350-word response:

  • Which current theories on criminal behavior–classical or biological–do you think most applies to juvenile offenders?

  • How much credence do you personally give to the psychoanalytic theory with regard to juvenile criminal behavior? Why?

  • What is the difference between primary deviation and secondary deviation according to Lemert’s labeling theory?

  • Is it possible for there to be one unifying theory to explain juvenile delinquency? Why or why not?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.