Theoretical Improvement of Braithwaite's Reintegrative Shaming Theory: Specifying Contingencies for the Process of Shaming
Year: 2005
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: BOTCHKOVAR EKATERINA V. Theoretical Improvement of Braithwaite's Reintegrative Shaming Theory: Specifying Contingencies for the Process of Shaming.(Under the Direction of Charles Tittle).Reintegrative shaming theory has been one of the most undertested and the least empirically supported criminological theories.Drawing mainly on the predictions from selfcontrol theory, general strain theory, and deterrence theory, I attempt to improve Braithwaite's shaming theory by identifying conditions under which its causal process might be more effective in predicting misbehavior.Using data from the first self-report crime and deviance survey ever conducted in Russia, I put shaming theory to the test in its original and elaborated versions.In line with previous research, the study findings indicate that, contrary to the theory's predictions, being reintegratively shamed is positively associated with projected deviance while participating in gossip is unrelated to projected involvement in deviant behavior.While disintegrative shaming was found to be positively associated with future misbehavior, this relationship was not statistically significant controlling for past deviance reports.Interdependency does not seem to enhance the effects of shaming variables.Contrary to shaming theory theory, although anticipated feelings of guilt and fear of losing respect from others for potential misbehavior predict projections of future misconduct, they This dissertation was made possible with help of many people.First, I would like to thank my advisor, Charles Tittle, for guiding me through these years and being extremely patient and supportive when I needed it.Thank you for your help, positive attitude and faith in me.I would also want to thank Debra Curran for being so understanding and supportive even after finding the 50 th draft of this dissertation in her home mailbox.I would also like to express my gratitude to the members of my committee.Stacy De Coster, thank you for your emotional support and for pushing me to explore new theoretical perspectives; Rod Engen
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W325632202