5 Questions
According to the Social Strain Theory, which of the following is NOT one of the types of deviance?
Retreatism
Which sociologist developed the Social Strain Theory?
Robert K. Merton
What is the main idea of the Social Strain Theory?
Social structures pressure individuals to conform
What is the process of changing beliefs, attitudes, actions, or perceptions to match those held by desired groups called?
Conformity
Which type of deviance involves rejecting socially acceptable means of achieving success?
Innovation
Study Notes
Social Strain Theory
- The Social Strain Theory does not propose the type of deviance called "Ritualism" as one of its types.
- The sociologist who developed the Social Strain Theory is Robert K. Merton.
- The main idea of the Social Strain Theory is that deviance occurs when there is a discrepancy between culturally defined goals and the means available to achieve them.
Conformity
- Conformity is the process of changing beliefs, attitudes, actions, or perceptions to match those held by desired groups.
Types of Deviance
- One type of deviance involves rejecting socially acceptable means of achieving success, known as "Innovation".
- Another type of deviance involves rejecting both socially acceptable goals and means of achieving them, known as "Rebellion".
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