How to Make Crime Feel Weird
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Changing Norms: The Evolution of Drunk Driving
This chapter examines the historical evolution of drunk driving as a societal issue, emphasizing the importance of shifting societal norms in reducing its prevalence. Featuring insights from a criminologist, it highlights how advocacy groups have transformed public perceptions and behaviors surrounding drunk driving from acceptance to shame. The discussion further explores the interplay between deterrence theory and crime prevention, advocating for proactive measures over punitive approaches in addressing not only drunk driving but other criminal behaviors as well.
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