functionalism: crime Flashcards
1
Q
what is durkheim’s anomie?
A
a breakdown of social norms causing societal chaos
2
Q
what are durkheim’s 3 functions of crime?
A
- creates boundaries between those who maintain norms and values and those who do not
- crime can sometimes highlight social injustice, provoking change
- crimes reinforce collective conscience of morals
3
Q
what is davis’ 4th function of crime, expanding on durkheim’s ideas?
A
(minor) crime is a safety valve. it provides an outlet for tensions and prevents more serious crimes
4
Q
what did eisenstadt say about youth crime?
A
deviance is a part of transition into adulthood
5
Q
what does merton argue is the cause of crime?
A
disparity between cultural goals and the lack of means to achieve them
6
Q
what is merton’s anomie?
A
strain between goals and means
7
Q
what are merton’s 5 responses to anomie?
A
- conformity
- innovation
- ritualism
- retreatism
- rebellion
