10 Questions
According to labeling theory, individuals become deviant as a result of
being labeled as deviant by others
According to labeling theory, once a person is labeled as deviant, they may
become more deviant and engage in criminal behavior
Differential association theory emphasizes the role of socialization and interactions with others in the development of deviant behavior, particularly within
primary groups
According to differential association theory, if an individual associates more with individuals who engage in deviant behavior, they are
more likely to adopt deviant behavior themselves
Labeling can have long-term effects on individuals, shaping their self-perception and influencing their future behavior. This statement refers to the idea that labeling theory
has lasting effects on individuals
According to the psychodynamic theory of deviance, deviant behavior can be attributed to
unresolved conflicts and unconscious desires
Which psychological perspective seeks to explain deviant behavior through the lens of individual personality and unconscious motivations?
Psychodynamic theory
According to the psychodynamic theory of deviance, conflicts that contribute to deviant behavior often arise from
early childhood experiences
Which of the following is NOT one of the three components of Freud's structural model of personality?
conscious mind
The psychodynamic theory of deviance is rooted in
Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory
Test your understanding of labeling theory and differential association theory with this quiz. Learn about the concepts, their effects on individuals, and how they shape behavior. Challenge yourself and enhance your knowledge of these important sociological theories.
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