View Of Society And Crime Flashcards
1
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How is society an organic system ?
A
All social institutions fulfil a particular function
2
Q
What do functionalists believe the role of society is?
A
Ensures society works effectively
Belief that crime plays a valuable role in maintaining social order and the reinforcement of shared norms and values
3
Q
What do functionalists focus on?
A
Why the majority of people don’t commit crime compared to why the minority do
4
Q
What does socialisation teach?
A
Law abiding norms and values
5
Q
What do social control mechanisms provide?
A
Positive sanctions (rewards) and negative sanctions (punishment)
6
Q
What is the effect of positive and negative sanctions?
A
Ensure that people conform to the collective conscience so they live in social solidarity
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