Definitions

Question 1

Define deviance

Answer 1

Deviance is actions or identities that differ from the social / group norms.

Question 2

Define social norms

Answer 2

Social norms are the informal, mostly unwritten rules that define acceptable behavior within a community, group or society.

Question 3

Define positive deviance

Answer 3

Positive deviance is when a act or behaviour goes above social norms or effects society in a positive way

Question 4

Define moral panics

Answer 4

Moral panic is a widespread fear that a evil person or thing is threatening society or communities wellbeing, interests or values

Question 5

Define negative deviance

Answer 5

Negative deviance is behavior that under-conforms to society norms / expectations