Flashcard: Understanding Deviance in Society — 10 carte

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.