media and moral panics Flashcards
1
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cohen
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moral panics are defined as a threat to values.
2
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thornton
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ravers in 90s, moral panic surrounding drug taking. Leah betts.
3
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furedi
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moral panics happen when society fails to adapt to social changes and feels like a loss of control, especially over youth.
4
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mcrobbie
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moral panics are no longer about social control, but a fear of loss of control.
5
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wilkins
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deviancy amplification spiral, explain process.
6
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hall et al
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moral panics benefit capitalism.
7
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becker
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labelling theory, confirming the individual as deviant.
8
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waiton
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moral panics are less likely to occur due to societies no longer having a strong cenral moral code.
