Reckless suggested that many people do not resort to deviance because of __________, which may include supportive family and friends, reasonable social expectations, and supervision by others.
A) formal containments
B) inner containments
C) informal containments
D) outer containments

Question

Reckless suggested that many people do not resort to deviance because of __________, which may include supportive family and friends, reasonable social expectations, and supervision by others.
A) ​formal containments
B) ​inner containments
C) ​informal containments
D) ​outer containments

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Reckless's containment theory suggests that "outer containments," such as supportive family and friends, reasonable social expectations, and supervision by others, help prevent individuals from engaging in deviant behavior.

Reckless Suggested That Many People Do Not Resort to Deviance