According to Sutherland’s Differential Association theory, what is the primary cause of criminal and deviant behavior?

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7 Jul 2019
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Sutherland’s Differential Association theory argues that criminal and deviant behaviors are learned through interaction with others, rather than being caused by biology, mental illness, poor parenting, or social labeling.

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