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What is the primary purpose of labeling theory in social control?
What is the primary purpose of labeling theory in social control?
- To punish individuals for their successes
- To identify individuals who conform to social norms
- To highlight and reprimand non-conformity (correct)
- To promote equality among members of society
What role does gossip play in upholding social norms?
What role does gossip play in upholding social norms?
- To foster trust among individuals
- To reinforce behavioral expectations and shame deviants (correct)
- To provide direct feedback to law enforcement
- To elevate successful individuals above others
How do laws contribute to social control?
How do laws contribute to social control?
- They establish clear definitions and expectations for behavior (correct)
- They replace social norms with arbitrary rules
- They solely exist to penalize deviant behavior
- They eliminate the need for labeling and gossip
What is a consequence of being labeled as deviant?
What is a consequence of being labeled as deviant?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism through which society exercises social control?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism through which society exercises social control?
What is a key effect of labeling someone as deviant in society?
What is a key effect of labeling someone as deviant in society?
How does gossip function as a mechanism of social control?
How does gossip function as a mechanism of social control?
What is the main purpose of laws in the context of social control?
What is the main purpose of laws in the context of social control?
What consequence might arise from non-conformity in social contexts?
What consequence might arise from non-conformity in social contexts?
Which statement best describes the impact of non-conformity on societal perceptions?
Which statement best describes the impact of non-conformity on societal perceptions?
Flashcards
Social Control
Social Control
Methods used by a society to regulate individual behaviors and ideas, ensuring conformity to norms.
Labeling Theory
Labeling Theory
The idea that society labels certain behaviors as deviant, which can have negative consequences for the labeled individuals.
Gossip
Gossip
The spreading of rumors or talking behind someone's back.
Laws
Laws
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Deviance
Deviance
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Offending Signals
Offending Signals
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Consequences of Labeling
Consequences of Labeling
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Gossip's Purpose
Gossip's Purpose
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Formal Code of Conduct
Formal Code of Conduct
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Who Holds Authority?
Who Holds Authority?
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Study Notes
Social Control and Deviance
- Social control mechanisms maintain societal order by regulating individual behavior and ideas that deviate from norms.
Labeling Theory
- Society labels individuals as deviant when they don't conform to established norms.
- This labeling often carries negative consequences for the labeled individual.
- Negative perceptions like hate, mistrust, or fear can result from labeling.
- The individual's social interactions and opportunities can be severely restricted after receiving a deviant label.
Gossip
- Gossip reinforces societal norms by shaming those who deviate from them.
- It can be used to level the playing field by putting successful individuals on par with others.
Laws
- Laws are formal rules that outline acceptable behavior.
- Violations of laws are met with formal sanctions (punishments).
- Laws describe the relationships between individuals and set expectations for conduct in various situations.
- Laws define and delegate authority, signifying who holds coercive power.
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