Techniques of Neutralization: Case Study of Drug Dealers
Techniques of Neutralization: Case Study of Drug Dealers
Author(s): Angelika SikorskaSubject(s): Social Sciences, Sociology, Criminology
Published by: Fundacja Pedagogium
Keywords: drug dealer’s activity; Techniques of Neutralization; Gresham Sykes; David Matza
Summary/Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine and describe the specific techniques of neutralization that were used by drug dealer’s. An introduction to the considerations taken is to analyze the phenomenon of crime in the context of individual and social problems. The main aim of the research is to analyze techniques of neutralization (a theory of delinquency). In the next part of this article I present of the methodology assumptions. Free interviews were conducted with drug dealer’s to obtain information about neutralization techniques in greater detail. Furthermore, research highlight the new kind of technique. Conclusions from the study are useful in professional practice (preventive or rehabilitation).
Journal: Resocjalizacja Polska
- Issue Year: 12/2016
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 137-153
- Page Count: 17
- Language: English