Understanding Deviance, Crime, Social Control, and Mass Media: The Construction of Social Order

The author examines parental responsibility for their children's development, the functionalist perspective of deviance, the fear of crime, pluralism and politicized religion, differential association, low self-control, Blacks theory of social control, terrorism, communication media technology, and the sociological imagination of individuals living in southeastern Turkey.

Format: Hardback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2022
Publisher: University Press of America

The author delves into the intricate web of parental responsibility in shaping their children's development, offering a comprehensive examination of the subject. They begin by exploring the functionalist perspective of deviance, which posits that deviant behavior serves a functional purpose within society. This perspective has had a profound influence on the work of Emile Durkheim, particularly in his concept of anomie.

Moving on, the author examines the fear of crime and its impact on social order. They analyze how the Tennessean newspaper, The City Paper, and its readers' comments frame the coverage of the Kurdish Pride Gang. This analysis provides valuable insights into the ways in which media and public discourse shape perceptions and attitudes toward deviant behavior.

The author then delves into pluralism and politicized religion, exploring how these phenomena shape the dynamics of society and influence individual behavior. They assess and compare the theories of differential association, low self-control, and Blacks' theory of social control for explaining deviance. This comparative analysis sheds light on the different approaches taken to understanding and explaining deviant behavior.

The author then turns their attention to the fear and risk perceptions of terrorism, examining how these emotions shape public attitudes and behavior. They explore the role of communication media technology in influencing culture, control, and deviance. The author highlights the ways in which technology has transformed the nature of deviance and social control, as well as the impact of media use among young children.

Finally, the author examines how the sociological imagination of individuals living in southeastern Turkey is constructed through the movie, The Bliss. This analysis offers a unique perspective on the sociological imagination and its role in shaping individuals' understanding of society and their place within it.

In conclusion, this comprehensive essay provides a deep exploration of parental responsibility, the functionalist perspective of deviance, the function of crimes, fear of crime, pluralism, politicized religion, differential association, low self-control, Blacks' theory of social control, terrorism, communication media technology, and the sociological imagination. It offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between these factors and their impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Weight: 386g
Dimension: 227 x 161 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780761873143