Anomie

Question 1

Anomie

Answer 1

to be without norms, expectations are unclear and the social system that keeps people functioning has broken down.

Question 2

Anomic society

Answer 2

A society where social norms are broken down during social change (famine, war)

Question 3

What is an appetite in Anomie theory?

Answer 3

Desires- people have appetites that can be lowered or raised by social structure.

Question 4

According to Durkheim’s anomie theory, What is the most important thing in society that keeps people from offending?

Answer 4

Social cohesion: When individuals feel connected to their society and have strong social bonds, they are less likely to engage in deviant or criminal behavior.

Question 5

Anomie follows industrialized societies because it allows for what?

Answer 5

In industrialized societies, there is a shift from traditional communities to urban, industrialized ones. This transition changes social structures, values, and norms significantly.

Question 6

Anomie Theory

Answer 6

According to Émile Durkheim, anomie theory refers to the collapse of social solidarity.

Question 7

Social solidarity

Answer 7

The sense of unity, cohesion, and mutual support among members of a society.