Deviance and Social Theories

The video explores various sociological theories of deviance, including differential association, control theory, labeling theory, and strain theory. It discusses how deviance is learned, the role of societal norms, and the impact of labels on behavior. The video also explains the concept of anomie and the different adaptations individuals make in response to societal strain. Finally, it distinguishes between primary and secondary deviance, highlighting the difference between occasional norm-breaking and deviance as a lifestyle.

What is the main idea behind the Differential Association Theory?

• Deviance is a random occurrence.

• Deviance is a result of biological factors.

• Deviance is learned through interactions with different groups.

• Deviance is an inherent trait.

According to Control Theory, what are the two types of controls that influence behavior?

• Physical and emotional controls

• Personal and professional controls

• Cultural and societal controls

• Internal and external controls

How does Labeling Theory suggest labels affect individuals?

• Labels have no impact on behavior.

• Labels influence self-perception and behavior.

• Labels only affect self-esteem.

• Labels are only important in childhood.

What does Strain Theory propose about societal goals and deviance?

• Societal goals are easily attainable by everyone.

• Societal goals are irrelevant to deviance.

• Achieving societal goals always prevents deviance.

• Failure to achieve societal goals leads to stress and potential deviance.

Which mode of adaptation in Strain Theory involves accepting cultural goals but rejecting the means to achieve them?

• Retreatists

• Ritualists

• Innovators

• Conformists

What characterizes a 'conformist' in Strain Theory?

• Rejects cultural goals but accepts means

• Creates new goals and means

• Accepts cultural goals and means

• Rejects both cultural goals and means

How do 'rebels' differ from 'retreatists' in Strain Theory?

• Rebels accept cultural goals but reject means.

• Rebels reject both goals and means but seek to replace them.

• Rebels accept both goals and means.

• Rebels reject goals but accept means.

Which of the following is NOT a mode of adaptation in Strain Theory?

• Conformists

• Innovators

• Traditionalists

• Rebels

What is a primary deviant according to the lecture?

• Someone who is unaware of societal norms

• Someone who consistently breaks norms

• Someone who occasionally breaks norms without it being part of their lifestyle

• Someone who never breaks norms

What distinguishes a secondary deviant from a primary deviant?

• Secondary deviants never break norms.

• Secondary deviants occasionally break norms.

• Secondary deviants are unaware of norms.

• Secondary deviants incorporate deviance into their lifestyle.