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Markesha Woodson
Assignment 2
Chapter 3 and 4
CJ 560
Chapter 3
How does social learning theory differ from psychoanalytic theory? Consider
the implications of each theoretical model for responding to delinquent youth.

than alternative behaviors. Studies show that individuals who are reinforced for their crime are
more likely to engage in subsequent crime, especially when they are in situations similar to those
that were previously reinforced.
What is meant by a delinquent subculture? How can we use information about
a delinquent subculture to change delinquent behaviors in various communities? Do you
think norms and values in delinquent subcultures can be changed?