Deviance In Sport Flashcards
1
Q
What is negative deviancy?
A
In sporting situations this can include violations like
- deliberately fouling another player
- taking performance enhancing drugs
- win at all costs motivation
2
Q
What is positive deviancy?
A
- athletes are encouraged to behave in ways that would be unacceptable in other areas of life
- over conformity to the sport ethic
- over training, playing when injured
3
Q
What are some of the causes of deviancy?
A
- lack of moral restraint
- winning valued over loss of respect
- rewards of winning are great
- deviant behaviour has become more socially acceptable
4
Q
Define hooligan.
A
- a disorderly, violent young person
- usually associated with football
5
Q
What are some of the causes of hooliganism?
A
- nature of the sport
- alcohol/drugs
- racism
- nature of stadium
- local rivalry
- display of masculinity
6
Q
What are some of the methods to control hooliganism?
A
- alcohol bans
- segregation of fans
- CCTV
- role models
- bans and fines
7
Q
What are some examples of performance enhancing drugs?
A
- anabolic steroids
- human growth hormone
- beta blockers
- diuretics and stimulants
8
Q
Why might a performer take performance enhancing drugs?
A
- to reduce pain
- to reduce tiredness
- train harder/longer
- steady nerves
- lose weight quickly
- increased aggression
- promote muscle growth
9
Q
What is deviancy?
A
- behaviour which goes against society’s general norms and values
- applies to everyone
10
Q
What are some of the pros of drug testing?
A
- no athlete would have an unfair advantage
- random tests are much more effective
- standards would not be lowered
11
Q
What are the cons of drug testing?
A
- its inconsistent
- not all sports have the same performance enhancers
- its the performer choice to take them
- could be expensive
