Theory
What is “social concern”
Caring about others
What parenting style supports high social concern in children?
Warm, supportive, and fair parenting
According to Agnew, what kind of crimes are likely when social concern is low?
Aggressive, selfish, or predatory crimes
What emotion is key to social concern and blocks criminal behavior?
Guilt or shame
What is one way to build social concern in schools?
Teach empathy, teamwork, and rule-following
Which classic theories does Agnew critique for ignoring prosocial traits?
Rational choice and routine activity theories
How might early trauma impact development of social concern?
It can reduce empathy, trust, and ability to connect with others
How does social concern influence reaction to strain?
It encourages coping without hurting others
What’s an example of a behavior driven by strong social concern?
Helping someone even if it’s risky
Why might "get tough" crime policies fail, according to Agnew?
They ignore moral motivation and emotional development
True or False: Social concern means breaking rules to help yourself
False
What role does the school play in shaping social concern?
Teaches rules, empathy, cooperation, and social values
What is the difference between lack of opportunity and lack of concern in causing crime?
Lack of concern increases crime even when opportunity is low
Why does Agnew think crime can still happen even with strong moral beliefs?
Because situation pressure or emotional strain may override it
How would Agnew improve crime prevention programs?
Add emotional training and moral learning
Why is social concern considered a motivational factor in crime?
Because it helps resist crime even when there's a reason to do it
What is a neurological reason someone might have low social concern?
Problems in brain areas that control emotion or empathy
What makes social concern a "protective factor"?
It reduces the effect of risk factors like peer pressure or poverty
How do peer groups influence motivation to obey laws?
Positive peers boost concern; bad peers reduce it
What kind of social programs support long-term crime reduction?
Programs building family support, mental health, and empathy
What are the 3 parts of social concern?
Help others, feel guilt, follow rules
How does Agnew connect genetics to social concern?
Genetics can shape traits like self-control or empathy
Can high social concern fully prevent crime? Why or why not?
No—because external pressures or trauma can still overpower it
What motivates people with low social concern to commit crime?
Self-interest, thrill-seeking, or revenge
How should juvenile justice systems apply Agnew’s theory?
Focus on rehabilitation and growth of social concern, not just punishment