Comparison of Deviance Theories
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What approach to deviance do you find most persuasive: that of functionalist, conflict theorist, feminists, interactionists, or labeling theorist? Why do you consider that approach more convincing than others? What are the main weaknesses of each approach?
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This solution compares various deviance theories. The text contains 203 words and a resource is included.
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I think the interactionist is most closely persuasive because it is in the interaction with others of deviant behavior that one learns to do the same. Deviant behaviors are generally considered learned behaviors, present in the neighborhoods or areas where people are raised. If this is true, then deviance from the interactionist ...
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