social deviance theory Flashcards
Social Control theory
The government uses laws and courts to exercise social control
Strain Theory
certain strains or stressors increase the likelihood of crime. These strains lead to negative emotions, such as frustration and anger. These emotions create pressure for corrective action, and crime is one possible response
control theory
emphasize how strong social ties to institutions, such as one’s family (e.g., parents, spouses, and children), peer group, school, church, community, and workplace, among others, are expected to reduce the likelihood of crime by highlighting the negative consequences of criminal acts for those social ties.
differential association theory
when one learns criminal attitudes and behaviors through those around them. It is suggested that individuals learn to become criminals by associating with criminals.
Labeling theory
holds that deviance is not inherent in an act, but instead focuses on the tendency of majorities to negatively label minorities or those seen as deviant from standard cultural norms.
example of social control theory
Work - Most people do not want to go to work, but they do, because they get paid, to obtain food, water, shelter, and clothing.
example of strain theory
individuals experiencing chronic unemployment may engage in theft or drug selling to obtain money, seek revenge against the person who fired them, or take illicit drugs in an effort to feel better.
example of differential association theory
becoming a criminal because you are around criminals
example of labeling theory
a young man across the street is a thief because he was seen in the company of other young men with deviant behavior. Even though he may not be a thief, it might cause him to steal due to the label given to him.
