Policy Implications

Question 1

Issues with Policy

Answer 1

Putting strain theories into practice proved to be hard because of the fact that the theory is a macrolevel one.

Question 2

Examples of Policies

That would be ideal, but not possible

Answer 2

The elimination of class structures, racism, prejudice, …

Question 3

Actual Policies

Inspired by the Anomie Theory

Answer 3

Programs aimed to increase opportunities for meaningful work, providing greater educational opportunities, …

Question 4

Ruth Kornhauser and Steve Brown

Answer 4

Suggested that one possible policy implementation of the theory would be to reduce aspirations (e. g. caste system, reduce ads, …)