Problem
Theory I: Differential Association
Theory II: Social Bond Theory
Chosen Crime: Gun Biolence
Description & Application of Theory #2 -
A. Define Social Bond theory and Identify the major assumptions and/or ideas of the Social Bond Theory that are relevant to gun violence, and explain how they apply to the crime.
B. Identify the major concepts of the Social Bond theory and apply and explain them to gun violence.
C. Comparison of the Theories - compare Differential Association and Social Bond Theory in relation to concepts, major ideas, and/or mechanisms of influence, focusing on how the theories compare in relation to how they explain the chosen crime/criminal behavior, addressing BOTH similarities and differences.
Textbook: The text "Criminological Theory: Past to Present (7th Ed).