The self control theory of crime is sometimes referred to as the general theory of crime. This theory was originally developed by Travis Hirschi and Michael Gottfredson and has since has had a large impact in the field of criminology. This theory looks at the individual and determines the amount of self control an individual will determine if they will commit criminal acts or not.

Self control is something that usually prevents us from becoming deviant. With someone that lacks self control can result in deviant acts. According to this theory, the reason why someone may have low levels of self control can be due to ineffective parenting, absence of attachment, weak supervision, and a lack of discipline when deviant behavior occurs.

SOURCES:

“Social Control Theory (Criminology Theories) IResearchNet.” Criminal Justice, criminal-justice.iresearchnet.com/criminology/theories/social-control-theory/.

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