Which of the following sociological theories of deviance-and hence illicit drug use and abuse-has been disconfirmed, that is, evidence has demonstrated more or less conclusively and definitively that it is false?

A. the selective interaction/socialization theory
B. social disorganization theory
C. the social control and self-control theories
D. social learning and subculture theory
E. none of the above; all explain at least some part of the drug use/abuse picture.


Answer: E

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