Explain deterrence theory in terms of social control. What makes deviance more or less likely?

What will be an ideal response?


Deterrence theory states that where costs are low, deviant behavior is more likely to occur. This cost is made up of two components: the certainty of punishment and the severity of punishment.

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Empathy is a deep and subjective understanding of the client with the client

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Group practitioners who facilitate reminiscence groups with older adults increase their effectiveness when they:

What will be an ideal response?

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There are four major factors in assessing the client's emotional stability. Which of the following is not one of those factors?

A) ?Duration of the crisis B) ?Degree of emotional stamina or coping at the client's disposal C) ?Degree of self-actualizing mobility D) ?Developmental stage

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Generally speaking, minorities express greater interest in getting more occupational information than do white, European Americans

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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