Citation
Martinez, Brandon C. (2017). General Strain Theory, Religiosity, and Delinquency among Young Latino Americans.
Deviant Behavior. vol. 38 (11) pp. 1223-1239
Abstract
Utilizing general strain theory and drawing from contemporary racial stratification literature and the sociology of religion, I contend general strain theory is salient among young Latinos. Additionally, I hypothesize religiosity is negatively correlated with delinquency, and attenuates the effects of strain on negative emotions and those of negative emotions on delinquency. Moreover, I hypothesize the impact of religiosity is more salient for foreign born than native born Latino youth. I test these hypotheses using data from the first two waves of Add Health. Results generally provide support for my hypotheses. The implications of these results and directions for future studies are discussed.
URL
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080%2F01639625.2016.1246031Keyword(s)
segmented assimilation stereotype content negative emotions united-states race 2nd-generation ethnicity crime immigration outgroup Criminology & Penology Psychology Sociology
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Reference Type
Journal Article
Journal Title
Deviant Behavior
Author(s)
Martinez, Brandon C.
Year Published
2017
Volume Number
38
Issue Number
11
Pages
1223-1239
Edition
October 31, 2016
DOI
10.1080/01639625.2016.1246031
Reference ID
7087
