Gabriel, age 16, parents have left him mostly on his own for several years. They leave for days on end to drink and gamble, leaving no food or assistance for him in the home. When they do come around, they often beat Gabriel and criticize him because the house is unkempt. Gabriel takes to the streets, vandalizing cars and getting involved in arson. Gabriel would be categorized as a(n) __________.
A. unprovoked delinquent
B. disordered psychopath
C. undersocialized delinquent
D. oppositional offender
Answer: C
Psychology
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