CJ501 Unit 3 Discussion Board

CJ501 Unit 3 Discussion Board

Introduction

Social interactions carry great weight when it comes to influencing behaviors. The differential association theory of Sutherland also proposes that criminal behavior is often learned through the interactions people have with others. Individual's associations vary and that is why different level of influence has. However, family, being the primary institution, exerts much influence on individual's behaviors and attitudes.

Discussion

Sutherland believes that Criminal behavior is learned behavior. This means that criminal behavior is not assessed or inherited. Sutherland focuses on interactions within the family and the Communication within peer groups. Sutherland's theory is often ...