subcultures Flashcards
1
Q
what theory is it
A
left realism
2
Q
what is a subculture
A
a group who have own norms and values which differ from the rest of society
3
Q
what do left realists believe a subculture is
A
a group solutions to the problem of relative deprivation
4
Q
what may inner citys youths find
A
they are denied access to well paid jobs because of discrimination or poor quality education
5
Q
what does crime become
A
an alternative means of achieving consumer goods - may join gangs and sell drugs
6
Q
what do criminal subcultures do
A
they subscribe to societys materialistic goals but opportunity’s are blocked so they turn to crime
7
Q
how does it link to strain
A
it links to innovations as they accept the goal but use illegitimate means to get them
