labeling theory Flashcards

1
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what does this theory suggest

A

that a behavior is seen as deviant/criminal because society says it is deviant

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2
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what is the first step of self-fullfilling prophecy

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society creates a deviant label to a particular behaviour based on stereyoptype

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3
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what comes after the label is made

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authorities are maintaining their power structure in society

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4
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what is the third step

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individual shows deviant behaviour and labell is ascribed to them

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5
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what dioes this label lead to

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individual being treated according to label

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what does the individual being treayed accourding to label mean

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individual stigmatized within society

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7
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when the individual is stigmitized as a result of their label what happens to them

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become marginalised by society

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8
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what does this marginalisation lead to

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low self image

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9
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what does the low self image mean

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individual will fulfill the label

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