Assignment:
Requirements
• Within Chapter 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.
• 300 to 350 words minimum length. No maximum.
• References and citations required
• Please state which category and individual you have chosen at the top of your submission
• Word count
Readings:
Introduction to Criminology
By Pamela J. Schram and Stephen g. tibbetts