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An Empirical Test Of Hirschi's Theory Of Delinquency, Barbara R. Vanderpool
An Empirical Test Of Hirschi's Theory Of Delinquency, Barbara R. Vanderpool
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Delinquency has been examined by many disciplines. There is no single explanation for delinquency. This study tests Hirschi's Theory on a group of adolescents that violate laws that have not been adjudicated delinquents. These adolescents have not been labeled delinquent, but have been placed in a facility to assist at-risk adolescents. A modified version of Elliot's National Youth Study questionnaire was used to measure delinquency. This data gathered indicated a significant decline in delinquency while participating in the program. Hirschi's theory is an empirical test found to be relevant to these adolescents.