One answer to this AQA A-Level Sociology crime and deviance exam question drawing on Functionalist, Marxist and Labelling Theory perspectives.
Shock Horror – groups of older children have been ‘descending’ on cinemas recently to ‘disruptively watch’ the latest Despicable Me
Mass shootings per year in America are increasing, and some recent research from the Violence Project aims to help us
The AQA have ‘very generously’ informed A-level sociology students that the 30 mark essay question in the June 2022 exam
Knife Crime statistics have remained stubbornly high over the last few years, and this is in spite of ongoing campaigns
Social Media can be a toxic place for women who are getting more online hate than ever, while companies such
Criminal Contagion: How Mafias, Gangsters and Scammers profit from a Pandemic is a recent study produced by the Global Initiative
Gangs in the UK are increasingly ‘recruiting’ very young girls, as young as 10, to hold and run drugs and
Students of A-level sociology are required to study Victimology as part of the Crime and Deviance compulsory module, which means
Crime in the UK imposes significant economic and social burdens, costing individuals, businesses, and local governments billions annually. Victims face financial losses, while the broader community suffers from mental health issues and diminished trust. Effective crime prevention and rehabilitation programs are essential to mitigate these impacts and promote safer communities.