Deviance — definition?
Behavior violating societal norms and expectations.
Deviance — definition?
Behavior, beliefs, or conditions violating norms.
Sociological Theories — role?
Explain origins and effects of deviance in society.
Norms — types?
Formal (laws) and informal (customs).
Functionalism and Deviance — function?
Reinforces norms and promotes social change.
Social Control — mechanisms?
Formal laws and informal norms.
Primary Deviance — meaning?
Initial rule-breaking not labeled or long-term.
Secondary Deviance — meaning?
Deviance after being labeled, may perpetuate.
Labeling Theory — focus?
Labels influence self-identity and behavior.
Deviance — role in society?
Reinforces norms and promotes social change.
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1. What does 'deviance' mean in sociology?
2. What is the sociological definition of deviance?
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