Aileen Wournos Paper

Linking Crime to Theory

I.Explanations of Crime

A. Classic Criminology

Biological

B. Psychological

D .Social

II.Multiple Early onset behavioral issues

A. Explosive Temper as a child

B. Theft at age nine from family members

C. Set at least three fires

III.Travis Hirsch's Social Bond Theory

A. Attachment and Commitment

B. Involvement

C. Belief

IV.Howard Becker's Labeling Theory

A. Self-Identity described by others

B. Varieties of discrimination

C.Once labeled as deviant, individuals participate in more

Deviant behavior

V. Conclusion

A. Developmental Criminality: influenced by needs

B. Traumatic Childhood increases risk of non-mainstream activities, which leads to criminal acts

Addiction of risky behavior satisfied gratification felt from abuse and lack of love as a child.

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Reynolds, M. (2003). Dead Ends: The Pursuit, Conviction and Execution of

Female Serial Killer Aileen Wuornos, the Damsel of Death. Macmillan/St.

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