👉 "Predelinquency" is a concept in psychology and sociology that describes the process by which individuals or groups are influenced by their own past experiences. It refers to how one's beliefs, values, and attitudes can shape their actions and behaviors, even if they have not been directly affected by those experiences. In other words, predelinquency involves the idea of "self-fulfilling prophecy." If an individual is exposed to a particular belief or value system that aligns with their own