Deviance Category

Deviance refers to behaviors or actions that violate social norms, rules, or expectations within a given society. It encompasses a wide range of activities that depart from conventional standards, including criminal acts, subcultures, and unconventional lifestyles. Sociologists study deviance to understand the mechanisms of social control, the role of norms, and the impact on social order. Theories of deviance include structural-functionalism, strain theory, labeling theory, and conflict theory, each providing different explanations for why deviant behavior occurs.