Perspectives on Deviance and Social Control

Perspectives on Deviance and Social Control provides a sociological examination of deviance and social control in society. Derived from the same author team’s successful text/reader version, this concise and student-friendly resource uses sociological theories to illuminate a variety of issues related to deviant behavior and societal reactions to deviance. The authors briefly explain the development of major sociological theoretical perspectives and use current research and examples to demonstrate how those theories are used to think about and study the causes of deviant behavior and the reactions to it. Focusing on the application—rather than just the understanding—of theory, the Second Edition offers a practical and fascinating exploration of deviance in our society.

Table of Contents:
Foreword Preface Acknowledgments About the Authors Chapter 1. Introduction to Deviance Introduction Conceptions of Deviance The Sociological Imagination The Importance of Theory and Its Relationship to Research Global Perspectives on Deviance Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites Ideas in Action Conclusion: Organization of the Book Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Recommended Resources Chapter 2. The Diversity of Deviance Introduction Deviance and Its Varied Forms Physical Deviance and Appearance: Ideals of Beauty, Self-Harm, and Body Modification Relationships and Deviance Deviance in Cyberspace: Making Up the Norms as We Go Subcultural Deviance Elite Deviance, Corporate Deviance, and Workplace Misconduct Positive Deviance Global Perspectives on Types of Deviance Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: The Cases of Addiction, Prostitution, and Graffiti Ideas in Action: Guerrilla Gardening in Low-Income Areas Question: So Who Are the Deviants? Answer: It Depends on Whom You Ask Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 3. Researching Deviance Introduction Methodological Approaches to Studying Deviance Content Analysis Secondary Data Sources Ethical Considerations in Studying Deviance Global Perspectives on Trials and Tribulations Involved in Researching Deviance Across the Globe Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: Using Content Analysis to Study Deviants Among the Business Elite and Street Bikers Ideas in Action: Evaluating Programs and Policy Conclusion Endnote Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 4. Anomie/Strain Theory Introduction Development of Anomie/Strain Theory Robert Merton and Adaptations to Anomie/Strain Richard Cloward and Lloyd Ohlin, Differential Opportunity Albert Cohen, Delinquent Boys Robert Agnew, General Strain Theory Messner and Rosenfeld, Crime and the American Dream— Institutional Anomie Theory Application of Anomie and Strain Theories Critiques of Anomie and Strain Theories Global Perspectives on Anomie/Strain Theory Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: The Occupy Wall Street Movement Ideas in Action: Transforming Innovation Into Conformity and Legitimate Success Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 5. Social Disorganization Theory Introduction Development of Social Disorganization Theory Shaw and McKay’s Study of Juvenile Delinquency and Urban Areas Critiques of Social Disorganization Theory Rebirth of Social Disorganization Theory Empirical Tests of Social Disorganization Theory Global Perspectives on Social Disorganization Theory Tests of Social Disorganization in Cities Outside the United States More Theoretical and Empirical Advances and Divergences: Social and Physical Disorder Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites With Social Disorganization Theory Ideas in Action: Programs and Policy From Social Disorganization and Broken Windows Perspectives Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Term Chapter 6. Differential Association and Social Learning Theories Introduction Development of Differential Association Theory Development of Akers’s Social Learning Theory Social Structure and Social Learning Application of Differential Association and Social Learning Critiques of Differential Association and Social Learning Theories Cultural Deviance Theory and Subcultural Explanations of Deviance Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: Dating Violence Ideas in Action: Programs and Policy From a Social Learning Perspective Global Perspectives on Testing Differential Association and Social Learning Theories Outside the United States Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 7. Social Control Theories of Deviance Introduction Development of Social Control Theory Contemporary Additions to Social Control Theory Application of Social Control Theories Critiques of Social Control Theories Global Perspectives on Deviance and Social Control Theories Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: The Cases of Teenage Homelessness and Medical Deviance by Doctors Ideas in Action: Homeboy Industries Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 8. Labeling Theory Introduction Development of Labeling Theory How the Labeling Process Works Labeling and Mental Illness Labeling and Delinquency Application of Labeling Theory Impact of Labeling Theory Critiques of Labeling Theory Global Perspectives on Labeling Theory Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: Considering Drinking—and Not Drinking—on College Campuses Ideas in Action: The “I Have a Dream” Foundation—Instilling Positive Labels Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 9. Marxist and Conflict Theories of Deviance Introduction Development of Marxist Theory Development of Conflict Theory Applications of Marxist and Conflict Theories Critiques of Marxist and Conflict Theories Global Perspectives on Deviance and Marxist/Conflict Theories Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: Human Trafficking: Crossing Boundaries and Borders Ideas in Action: What Can Be Done About Human Trafficking? Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 10. Critical Theories of Deviance Introduction Development of Feminist Criminology Development of Critical Race Theory Development of Peacemaking Critiques of Critical Theories Global Perspectives on Deviance and Critical Theories Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: The Cases of Pornography and Illegal Governmental Surveillance Ideas in Action: Navajo Peacemaking and Domestic Violence Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 11. Societal Responses to Deviance Introduction Medicalization of Deviant Behavior Policing, Supervision, and the Impact of Incarceration on Disadvantaged Populations and Communities Total Institutions Correctional Facilities and the Purposes of Punishment Gresham Sykes and the Pains of Imprisonment Juvenile Correctional Facilities Reentry: Challenges in Returning to the Community After Time in an Institution Public Fear and Social Control: The Case of Sex Offenders Collateral Consequences: Effects on Communities and Families Global Perspectives on the Social Control of Deviance Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: Considering How Money Can Matter in Local Jails Ideas in Action: College Programs in Prisons Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Chapter 12. Deviant Careers and Career Deviance Introduction Development of a Deviant Career and Career Deviance Approach Getting Into Deviance: Onset of a Deviant Career Risk and Protective Factors for Onset Escalation, Persistence, and Specialization in Deviance Sex Offenders: Generalists or Specialists? The Case of Drinking and Driving Summary of Career Deviance: Specialists or Generalists? Getting Out of the Game: Desistance From Career Deviance Explaining Deviance in the Streets and Deviance in the Suites: Street Prostitutes Versus Elite Prostitutes Global Perspectives on Cross-Cultural Interest in Deviant Careers and Career Deviance Ideas in Action: Programs and Policy From a Career Deviance and Deviant Career Perspective Conclusion Exercises and Discussion Questions Key Terms Glossary References and Additional Reading Index

About the Author :
Michelle Inderbitzin primarily studies prison culture, juvenile justice, and transformative education. She is co-editor of the book The Voluntary Sector in Prisons: Encouraging Personal and Institutional Change, and she won the American Society of Criminology Teaching Award in 2017. Dr. Inderbitzin earned her PhD in sociology from the University of Washington and has been a faculty member at Oregon State University since 2001. Along with her on-campus classes on crime and deviance, she regularly teaches classes and volunteers in Oregon’s maximum-security prison for men and state youth correctional facilities. Kristin A. Bates is a professor of criminology and justice studies in the Department of Sociology at California State University San Marcos. Her research focuses on racial, ethnic, and gender inequality in criminal justice policies. She is currently involved in a study examining the community impact of civil gang injunctions. She is co-editor of the book Through the Eye of Katrina: Social Justice in the United States, as well as co-author of Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society, both in their second editions. Dr. Bates earned her PhD in sociology from the University of Washington in 1998. Randy R. Gainey is a professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Old Dominion University. His research focuses on sentencing decisions, alternatives to incarceration, and neighborhood characteristics and crime. He is co-author of two other books: Family Violence and Criminal Justice: A Life-Course Approach, now in its third edition, and Drugs and Policing. His articles have recently appeared in Criminology, Justice Quarterly, Theoretical Criminology, The Prison Journal, The Journal of Criminal Justice, and The Journal of Crime and Justice. Dr. Gainey earned his PhD in sociology in 1995 at the University of Washington.

Review :
"This is a comprehensive textbook that covers many of today’s theories used to explain deviance. It is easy to read and understand. A well written textbook." "This text is both student friendly and instructor friendly. It is current, comprehensive, and application based. Though this text is also a sociological examination of deviance and social control, it is organized in a way that compliments criminal justice courses. I very much like the application proposed in this text." "In lieu of spending specific chapters on specific deviant behaviors, the supplementary pedagogical materials embedded in the book fulfil this aspect without taking up room for the theoretical coverage, which is the primary purpose of the book. In other words, the book is grounded in theory and uses innovative pedagogies to illustrate the practicality of the theories. It is very well and clearly written, includes uniquely well illustrated content, the chapters are short but comprehensive, and it includes a critical and analytical approach to theories of deviance." "…written in a lively, readable style. The textbook also integrates how theory and research are used to develop each other and how that can lead to social policies."