Deviance — definition?
Behavior violating societal norms and expectations.
Sociological Theories — role?
Explain origins and effects of deviance in society.
Functionalism and Deviance — function?
Reinforces norms and promotes social change.
Deviance — definition?
Behavior, beliefs, or conditions violating norms.
Norms — types?
Formal (laws) and informal (customs).
Social Control — mechanisms?
Formal laws and informal norms.
Primary Deviance — meaning?
Initial rule-breaking not labeled or long-term.
Secondary Deviance — meaning?
Deviance after being labeled, may perpetuate.
Labeling Theory — focus?
Labels influence self-identity and behavior.
Deviance — role in society?
Reinforces norms and promotes social change.
Answer 10 questions on Understanding Deviance in Society.
1. What does 'deviance' mean in sociology?
2. Who is the sociologist associated with the development of functionalist theory, particularly known for his work on deviance, and in which year was his influential book published?
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