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psych major, crim minor, soc student

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@bluebird_818 I completely agree. Especially since for some teachers are the only adult role models they have in their life. #so345

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I think after reading it’s important to remember that just because the book ended doesn’t mean the problem did. There is still much work to be done in the criminal system and society. #so345

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Can society really change “at risk” to “at promise”? Will this affect how labels are given? #so345

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How does one conceptualize “acting white”? Does this imply that race is a social construct? #so345

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To what extent does “you are who you hang out with” go too far? #so345

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This chapter shows how much stigmatization can lead to victimization and vise versa, especially in J.T.’s story. #so345

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@User1269884151 Exactly. It’s hard to believe in a system when you grow up in one that is the opposite. #so345

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I see hyper masculinity in modern day throughout video games. It’s not even about violence, just the fact that most “male” games are about shooting. It’s not a question if it’s right or wrong, but rather why? #so345

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I found it interesting how the police basically told Rios to shape up the guys he was with after they were released. He was treated like one of them (handcuffed) but still viewed differently? #so345

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The more I read the more impossible it seems to get out of these situations. It’s almost like your birthright is delinquency and poverty when you are born in areas like Oakland and it’s so sad. #so345

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Acting dumb when you are actually smart reminded me of something I learned in my social psych class. By “handicapping” yourself, it hurts less when you don’t achieve something. Makes sense why these boys would do that in their situation. #so345

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The differences in professionalism were very interesting, especially now where it seems like some jobs are more laid back. How does this play into discrimination and bias in job interviews? #so345

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Even outside of the chapter, I don't think I've ever heard of someone who liked their probation officer or had a good experience with them. Has anyone else heard the same or different thing? #so345

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If you could be labeled a gang member just by association, what other things could you be labeled as? I think most of us know someone who did something criminal, does that make you criminal too? #so345

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@gee090222 Definitely, this is a perfect example of how labels matter and can alter behavior and perception #so345

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@User1269884151 Especially if those people are white, you would never think of it as a gang problem... #so345

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@User1269884151 I think if someone continues to belittle you, you will start to believe what they say, sort of like bullying. If you are told your entire life you will not amount to anything its easier to choose a path that doesn't give you much. #so345

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It’s crazy that something as simple as being tall could be seen as a threat. Besides height, what other normal factors could be seen as a negative in these kinds of situations? #so345

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@gee090222 In my opinion it’s taking “you are who you hang out with” way too seriously. Disappointing but not surprising, unfortunately. #so345

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The city council telling the police “your job is to arrest people” instead of your job is to keep people safe is very telling. #so345