Deviance: Violation Of Culture Norms

The term deviance may evoke different definitions and also may be interpreted differently depending on the situation. “Deviance is the recognized violation of culture norms,” (Macionis, 2013, p.156). Meaning something or someone goes against societies norm; according to Durkheim, a normal element of society he considers is crime, different cultures, societies, and populations have a different perspective on how deviance is portrayed and defined. The theory Durkheim has given establishes a clear understanding about how deviance is all part society.
Being deviant is going against what society believes is right. According to the text, “Durkheim argues that crime is normal because it is part of all societies,” (Macionis, 2013, p.141). Anderson`s