Gender-Based Theories
Learning Objectives
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1: Discuss why feminist theories are also considered conflict theories.
2: Define the social feminist concepts of paternalism, sexism, and chivalry and explain how each is used in the theories of this section.
3: Explain how parenting roles influence delinquency according to Hagan's power-control theory.
4: Discuss the concept of economic marginalization and why it is central to most feminist perspectives.
5: Describe how theorists can argue that because of women's liberation crime might increase or decrease.