Glossary C
Glossary C
Contact hypothesis refers to the prediction that contact between the members of different groups will reduce intergroup conflict ; that regular interaction between members of different groups reduces prejudice, providing that it occurs under favorable conditions. Moreover, Contact hypothesis is the idea that exposure to members of an out-group will produce more favorable attitudes toward that group
Contactful interactions is defined as interactions that are open to the other's point of view and clearly express the speaker's point of view.
Contagious behavior refers to a more-or-less instinctive or reflexive Behavior triggered by the occurrence of the same Behavior in another individual.
Containment refers to the aspects of the Social bond which act to prevent individuals from committing crimes and keep them from engaging in deviance.
Containment theory refers to a form of control theory which suggests that a series of both internal and external factors contribute to law-abiding behavior.