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Control Theory

Author: Paul Hannan

Source: Intro Music by Mark Hannan; Public Domain

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Terms to Know
Control Theory

A sociological theory of deviance that argues that our social ties, connections, opportunities, and involvement in society, control and restrain our propensities towards deviance.

People to Know
Travis Hirschi

An influential criminologist who made important contributions to the development of control theory.