Definitions and Examples of Theory

Is there a reason why some islands have more wildlife species than others? The equilibrium theory of island biogeography is one attempt to explain … [Read more...] about Equilibrium Theory of Island Biogeography Explained

Why are there such strong connections between children and parents? In John Bowlby’s Attachment Theory, the suggestion is that a child is born with … [Read more...] about John Bowlby’s Attachment Theory Explained

Are some people just born to be criminals? That’s the idea behind the Cesare Lombroso theory, which is often referred to as the Theory of … [Read more...] about Cesare Lombroso Theory Explained

Do you have a role model? Have you ever had an event occur that you described as a self-fulfilling prophecy? If so, then at some level, you have … [Read more...] about Anomie and Strain Theory Explained

Why do people decide to commit a crime? One explanation is provided by the Ronald Akers social learning theory. Akers took his ideas of criminal … [Read more...] about Ronald Akers Social Learning Theory Explained