Functionalism

Question 1

Boundary maintenance

Answer 1

crime produces a reason for society to unite members and reinforce commitment to shared values and social solidarity whilst also dramatising wrongdoings and stigmatise criminals
example- 2011 riots

Question 2

Adaptation to change

Answer 2

Durkheim- all change comes from an act of deviance as it challenges existing norms and values to bring about change that society needs to adapt to
Example- Natasha’s law allergy food businesses have to include all ingredients on packaging

Question 3

Safety valve

Answer 3

crime releases men’s sexual frustration that could threaten the nuclear family and
Polsky- pornography is safer than adultery etc…

Question 4

warning light

Answer 4

Cohen- crime indicates that something needs changing in society laws etc so this urges the govt and state
example- truancy