Chapter 4: What is Sociological about Crime?

Why Are Some People More Likely to Respond to Strain Through Crime?

Professor Robert Agnew explains why strains may increase the likelihood of crime. This video is useful for expanding students' knowledge of strain theory using a range of examples to explain why some individuals may turn to crime.

  1. What strains increase the likeliness of crimes?  
  2. Why may some people fail to commit crimes despite strains?
  3. How does strain theory explain gender differences in crime?