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Deviance

Question 6 • Sociology – 4-132

Give a brief description of strain theory.

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Society places a high value on certain goals. However, not everyone can achieve these goals.Nonetheless, society expects them to meet these goals and society judges them according to how well they do.When they fail, individuals fall victim to anomie. They are left without sufficient guidelines for behavior, thus confusing both the individuals and society.

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