How interlinked are sociology and criminology?
The field of sociology studies life and any social changes that might impact a person’s life. Criminology, as we know, is the scientific study of crime and everything that factors into it, including behavior. How do these fit together? Does one have to do with the other? Can one influence the other? While there are varying answers to these questions, ultimately, it can be found that they can and do have a strong relationship. Since crime has much to do with behavior, as criminology studies this, it relates heavily to sociology. There are many societal factors that influence behavior and can even lead people to commit crimes. Now, even though not all societal factors will affect people’s behaviors in the same way, they can be a significant influence among others. Important things in someone’s life, such as friendships, education, and socioeconomic status, can be contributing factors that can lead someone down a path of crime. When studying criminology, it’s important to note and take into account other fields of study that relate to and/or influence this one because it can help lead to a more thorough understanding.