SOC 2317 - Deviant Behavior

Institution:

Notre Dame de Namur University

Subject:

Description:

Studies the identification of certain behavior and states of being as deviant, from ancient to modern times. The social forces that create definitions of deviance, contribute to patterns of "deviant" behavior, and attempt to confine, control, and change deviants are addressed. Specific issues explored include crime, "mental illness", "normal deviants", social control, and social change, including emerging social trends that are redefining what is "normal" and "deviant".

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ndnu.edu

Phone Number:

(650) 508-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.