Axia College Material

Appendix E

Gang Development and Control Tables

Gang Development

Below are descriptions of gang development theories. Copy and paste the correct description into the table below next to the appropriate theory. There are five descriptions and four theories. One description is not valid.

Gang members are violent and rarely show remorse or feelings regarding their violent and criminal actions. Members may join a gang because it provides them a release for their personal problems, which may include drug abuse, low self-esteem, and family problems.

Gang members typically come from low income areas and may even be considered to have been "forced" into gang life in order to survive. The gang provides a sense of belonging in a world where members may lack positive role...