An understanding of continuity in lines of action is crucial for middle-range theories of deviant careers in general and labeling theory in particular. Following Becker, Goffman, and Robert Stebbins, ...
Deviance Amplification Theory explores how society’s reaction to crime can unintentionally increase criminal behavior. This ...
Labeling theory is a key concept in sociology and criminology that explains how being labeled as "deviant" can influence a person’s behavior and identity. This video breaks down the origins, core ...