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The theory that Criminals weigh risks and rewards before acting.
Two possible kinds of influences on criminals.
What are Social and Environmental influences?
Two kinds of drivers of crime.
What are Psychological and Emotional Drivers?
Why criminals think about the possible benefits, such as monetary gain, retaliation, social recognition, or thrill.
What are Perceived Rewards?
Individuals' social groupings have a big impact on them, especially young individuals. For example, affiliation with peers or gangs that support illegal activity may weaken personal resistance to crime.
What are Peer Pressure & Group Dynamics?
These two things can lead to impulsive, emotionally charged decisions that frequently disregard long-term effects. People may commit crimes like assault or vandalism when they act on fleeting emotions fueled by excitement, rage, or frustration.
What are Impulse Control & Emotional Regulation?
Two reasons criminals examine the chances of getting caught, possible penalties, and the societal fallout.
What are Costs and Risks?
The family context is important; people who grow up in abusive, high-conflict homes or families with criminal histories may view crime as a typical solution to issues. A lack of stability and positive role models makes people more likely to commit crimes.
What are Family Background & Upbringing?
These conditions might influence judgment and lead to an increase in criminal activity. For instance, people with antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) may be less empathetic and feel less guilty, which makes it simpler for them to justify criminal behavior.
What are Mental Health Conditions?
When the decision comes down to whether the benefits outweigh the risks.
What is Outcome Assessment?
People may believe that committing crimes is necessary for their survival or financial gain due to economic hardship, poverty, and a lack of resources. (general strain theory)
What is Socioeconomic Status?
People may make irrational decisions in times of desperation, such as stealing, domestic violence, or fraud, as a result of certain circumstances, such as financial crises or relationship problems. Stress can intensify emotional reactions, leading people to put immediate fixes ahead of long-term effects, resulting in ____ & ____.
What are Desperation & Stress-Related Decision-Making?