Within Chapter 7 there is a section discussing Robert Merton’s
Strain Theory of Deviance. This theory basically argues that when
individuals feel pressure and/or strain to attain certain cultural goals
they may resort to different forms of deviance to alleviate the
pressure and achieve specific social goals.
Utilizing Merton’s theory identify you will need to identify an
individual or social group that is well known in the public sphere. You
will be utilizing one of his subcategories of deviant behavior
(innovator, ritualist, rebel, or retreatist). You will need to explain
and specify which category this individual best fits into and why using
their own behavior and track record as your examples. For example, you
may choose a professional athlete (Lebron James), artist(?) (Justin
Bieber), or social group such as the Amish. Please be specific with the
examples and how they fit into the category.
600-650 words minimum length. No maximum.
Please identify chosen typology and individual in title either bolded
or highlighted (this is required so that I can identify the specific
typology of Merton’s).
12 pt. font
References and citations required
Text book link : https://openstax.org/details/books/introduction-sociology-2e
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