Sociology: Theories of Deviance
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What is the core idea behind medicalization from a symbolic interactionist perspective?

  • It is a result of anomie in society.
  • It is a social process of negotiating and meaning-making. (correct)
  • It is a tool for enforcing conformity and oppression.
  • It is a fixed state of being deviant.
  • According to conflict theory, what drives medicalization?

  • Cultural values and norms.
  • Economic needs of individuals.
  • Social and political forces. (correct)
  • Scientific discoveries and advancements.
  • What is the primary focus of microsociological research on medicalization?

  • The role of medicine in society.
  • The impact of medicalization on individuals.
  • Interpersonal reactions and organizational processes. (correct)
  • How larger entities define deviance.
  • What is the outcome of medicalization according to conflict theory?

    <p>It maintains and expands the power of medicine as an institution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of 'treatments' in medicalization according to conflict theory?

    <p>They can actually harm recovery or improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of labeling theory in the context of medicalization?

    <p>Primary deviation and its consequences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between medicalization and deviance according to symbolic interactionism?

    <p>Medicalization changes how people see a problem and people with that problem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the macrosociological perspective on medicalization?

    <p>It examines how larger entities define deviance and constitute what is deviant or not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of medicalization on individuals according to symbolic interactionism?

    <p>It changes how people see themselves and interact with each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying assumption of conflict theory in relation to medicalization?

    <p>Medicalization is driven by social and political forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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