The Complexity of Criminal Behavior

gCalling someone a criminal can literally turn them into one. It's a wild concept called the labeling

theory—once you get that sticker, you might just start acting the part because your reputation

is already shot. But that's not all. Sometimes people commit crimes because they can't achieve

their goals, like getting rich, through legal means. For others, it’s a simple cost-benefit

analysis; if there’s a good opportunity with low risk, they’ll take it. It’s not always

about being a "bad person." It's a complex mix of your environment, the labels you're

given, and the opportunities you have.