Citation

Hawdon JE. Youth Soc. 1999; 30(4): 395-415.

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(Copyright © 1999, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

Since 1969, Travis Hirschi's control theory has been one of the leading explanations of delinquency. The theory has withstood not only the test of time but also rigorous empirical investigations. Although his theory has been generally supported, Hirschi's concept of involvement has been criticized as being, at best, analytically indistinguishable from commitment and, at worst, unrelated to delinquent behavior. However, when reconceptualized as daily routine patterns, involvement is a powerful predictor of criminal activity. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Youth and Society, 1999. Copyright © 1999 by SAGE Publications)

Control Theory
Delinquency Causes
Juvenile Delinquency
Juvenile Offender
Routine Activities
Crime Causes
Juvenile Crime
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