An Aesthetic Theory of Vandalism.

Allen, Vernon L.; Greenberger, David B.

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Publication Date: 1978

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An Aesthetic Theory of Vandalism

Allen, Vernon L.; Greenberger, David B.

Crime and Delinquency, 24, 3, 309-21, Jul 78

An aesthetic theory of vandalism is proposed, which posits that variables accounting for the enjoyment associated with socially acceptable aesthetic experiences are similarly responsible for the pleasure associated with acts of destruction. Several studies provide support for hypotheses derived from the aesthetic theory of vandalism. (Author)

Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Theories, Delinquency Causes, Elementary Secondary Education, School Vandalism, State of the Art Reviews, Student Behavior

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