Functionalism- Durkiem Flashcards
1
Q
Anomie
A
Subcultures and anomie (normlessness) mean that the collective conscience is weakened
2
Q
Reaffirming boundaries
A
When someone is punish in court it results in publicity so reaffirms boundaries through deterrence
Examples- public punishment or community service
3
Q
Changing values
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When there is sympathy for the convicted, for example, stabbing an intruder or assisted suicide.
This then leads to public outcry and a change in value
4
Q
Social cohesion
A
When communities come together after horrific crimes
For example Shannon Mathews case
5
Q
Evaluation +
A
Shows how deviance is integral to society
6
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Evaluation -
A
Explains functions of crime but not exactly why it excises
Doesn’t explain rates in crime
Ignores labelling of some groups
