Labeling Theory: Juvenile Criminals

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Labeling Theory is how society labels an individual’s self-identity and behavior that may be influenced or dictated by the words to define or stigmatize them. The concept of this theory is associated with the perception of self-fulfilling insight and stereotyping. Labeling Theory indicates delinquency is not classifiable to act, but concentrates on the disposition of labeling minorities or individuals seen as deviant from cultural norms. An adolescent may stigmatize themselves, altering he or she’s self-image and feel obligated to act out similar roles corresponded by their status as a delinquent. A study examined youth who are arrested are recorded as “juvenile criminals” changing the way educational institutions treat the student (Kirk

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