Terms
Behavior that is recognized as violating expected rules and norms is called?
What is deviance?
This theory traces origins of deviance to the tensions caused by the gaps between cultural goals and the means people have to achieve those goals.
What is structural strain theory?
This term refers to the wrongdoing of wealthy and powerful individuals and organizations.
What is elite deviance?
This theory suggests deviance occurs when a person or groups attached to social bonds and expectations is weakened.
What is social control theory?
This type of suicide occurs when people feel totally detached from society.
What is egoistic suicide?
This theory interprets the responses and judgements from others as the most important factor in understanding how deviant behavior is created and sustained.
What is labeling theory?
The type of suicide that occurs when an individual feels lost or alone.
What is anomic suicide?
This theory sees deviance as behavior one learns through interactions with others.
What is differential association theory?
This term refers to attributing deviant behavior to a "sick" state of mind.
What is "medicalization of deviance"?
This theoretical perspective suggests that social structure not just individual motivation produces deviance.
What is functionalism?