5. Viewpoint (due 2:00, 2/20) 5 points

After reading chapter 5 answer the two questions from the viewpoint section that begins on page 166. Remember, this assignment is about information, not opinion.

4. Chapter 5 (Due 2:00, 2/20) 5 points

First read the chapter 5 about Developmental Theories. Many Developmental Theories suggest that delinquent behavior is not a 'one shot deal' but is a dynamic process. According to this view, children are affected by individual characteristics as well as social experiences and that these social experiences continue throughout the person's life.There are two questions below having to do with information in this chapter, answer both (number both of your responses).
1. In your own words, describe Problem Behavior Syndrome. Why would this information be of value to those in the field of juvenile delinquency?

2. If bad behavior is explained by multiple problems (Problem Behavior Syndrome), than 'good behavior' may be explained by multiple strengthts. A young person gets a perfect score on the SAT. Without knowing this person, what personal, family and social and enviornmental characteristics do you think he or she would have? Another person is a career criminal. What personal, family, and social characteristics would he or she have?