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The Normalization of Deviance
Throughout history, there has always existed a small group of society that chooses to act in ways that differ from social norms. ... There are two types of perspectives which attempt to reconcile the issue of deviance. The positivist perspective is based on an assumption that deviance has occurred and tries to explain it. ... Using the positivist perspective, one would assume first that deviance has occurred. ... Burton’s Theory of Structural Strain may be useful in attempting to explain this form of deviance. ... Also, the author explains what Dianne Vaughan calls “the normalization of deviance” (221). ... This “normalization of deviance” may be a reason why throughout history many leaders have slaughtered many on their way to dynastic glory. ...
Another example of deviance examined in Duneier’s book is the issue of public urination. The positivist perspective would explain this by using the “normalization of deviance.
Approximate Word count = 742
Approximate Pages = 3
(250 words per page double spaced)
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