Labeling and conflict

Question 1

rooted in the theory of symbolic interactionism, which focuses on the development of the self as a product of social interactions that involve symbols

Answer 1

Origins of Labeling Theory

Question 2

The self is socially created and distinguishes human beings from other animals
It emerges through social interactions that require symbolic communication

Answer 2

George Herbert Mead: Symbolic Interactionism

Question 3

by assuming in our imagination the stance of other people and then, in our mind’s eye, looking at ourselves as we believe others see us:

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The Looking-Glass Self

Question 4

Most people break the law occasionally. But, they do not think of themselves as deviant or as a criminal

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Labeled as a Criminal

Question 5

occasional involvement with acts that violate social norms with no lasting effect on the individual’s psychological makeup or performance of social roles, and

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Primary deviance

Question 6

involvement in norm violations that are labeled as deviant by others and accepted by the deviant as such.

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Secondary deviance

Question 7

The observations of the at of deviance by the authorities or by people who are close to the person committing the act.

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The Process of Becoming a Career Deviant

Step 1

Question 8

The labeling of the individual as deviant.

Answer 8

The Process of Becoming a Career Deviant

Step 2

Question 9

The individual joins a deviant group or subculture that provides social support for the deviant behavior.

Answer 9

The Process of Becoming a Career Deviant

Step 3

Question 10

eject the idea that laws exist for the common good. They claim that laws represent the interests of specific groups that have the power to pass them.

Answer 10

Conflict Theory