The scope of the general theory of constraints aims to provide a clear explanation of why and why crime does not occur at all levels of society, all maintaining that stress is a major cause of criminal involvement. When people experience negative emotions, such as anger, frustration, or depression, they become unhappy and upset, thus experiencing tension or stressors (Ganem, 2010). Crime is then a way to reduce or escape these tensions, and it is their method of coping with their emotions. According to Agnew, “strains refer to events or conditions that are not liked by individuals. (1992,