What are the functional consequences for deviance?

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2026-07-12 21:50

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Deviance is an act that violates a social norm, although, what the norm is is actually only what one person thinks is socially unacceptable. So basically, it is any behavior/ belief/ condition that is disapproved by a large, influential social class. Deviance enhances conformity by defining and clarifying social norms. Through minor deviance, we can strike out at others. Deviance strengthens solidarity among law abiding members of society. Deviance provides jobs for people. Without deviants, we would not need policemen, lawyers, etc. Also, deviance sometimes induces social changes.

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