Sociology of Deviant Behavior
Pick one question from each chapter. Please use numbers below to organize your responses in addition to citing the sources.
Topics to include in your response:
Select one question from Chapter 5:
5.1 Crime rates in a major U.S. city appear to be located in particular neighborhoods closer to the city center. What are some important aspects a researcher would want to consider in choosing to examine the social disorder of neighborhoods and crime throughout the city? Explain why this is important to examine through social disorganization theory.
5.2 Wilson and Kelling (1982) published an essay titled Broken Windows: The Police and Neighborhood Safety. Explain the basic premise of this article as it relates to the study of crime and deviance, as well as a brief statement of the policy implication for police.
5.3 Describe how restricted access and forced mobility contribute to the social disorganization of neighborhoods.
One from Chapter 6:
6.1 Describe the five techniques of neutralization and provide examples of each one.
6.2 Describe the four central concepts of Akers Social Learning Theory.
6.3 Compare and contrast Differential Association Theory with Differential Association Reinforcement Theory.
One from Chapter 7:
7.1 List the four components to social bonds of Hirschis social control theories. Provide an example of each or brief explanation of what it means.
7.2 According to social control theorists, the blame for crime lies with weak institutions and their agents. Do you agree? Explain by using an example that supports your position.
7.3 Compare and contrast the central arguments of Social Bond Theory, a General Theory of Crime, and Life Course Theory.
And one question from Chapter 8, for a total of 4 short essays.
8.1 Using specific examples, distinguish between primary deviance and secondary deviance.
8.2 Using ideas associated with Labeling Theory, develop a detailed opinion on whether men or women are more likely to be labeled deviant.
8.3 How might someone following the principles of reintegrative shaming react to someone using illegal narcotics?
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