subcultural theorists argue that deviance occurs because of peer pressure within a subculture that has broken off from mainstream society. This post covers ‘consensus subcultural theory’ including Albert Cohen’s status frustration and Cloward and Ohlin’s three types of subculture.
The two main sources of official statistics on Crime in the UK (or rather England and Wales!) are: NB –
A brief overview of some sociological perspectives on crime and deviance – from Functionalism through to Right Realism. Theory Summary
An essay plan on Post/ Late Modern perspectives on crime and deviance covering the relationship between consumerism and crime (Robert
1. Functionalists would point to the positive functions prison might perform in society –Prison could act as a deterrent –
A mind map providing an overview of the main topics covered within Crime and Deviance, for the AQA specification. This
Crime is a result of a ‘strain’ between legitimate goals and lack of opportunities to achieve those goals.
A consensus theory which argues that crime increases when the bonds attaching the individual to society weaken
Functionalists argue crime is beneficial for society. For example it can improve social integration and social regulation and is necessary for social change.
A brief summary table covering structural and action, consensus and conflict, and modern and post-modern perspectives on crime and deviance.