Symbolic interactionist use the differential association theory in which goes against any particular idea that biology or personality of an individual is the source of deviance (an action or behavior that violates social norms including a formally enacted rule.) In this theory it states that the different groups we choose to associate ourselves with bring out the message of conformity of deviance. For example Carlos was raised in an upper class family with expectations to be the best in everything he does. Which in sum since he was raised in such in environment then most likely he will do exactly that. Another example would be if Carlos were raised in a poor neighborhood with abusive parents; possibilities are that Carlos would associate with the not so great kids around the neighborhood; Carlos would become rebellious with anyone he comes across with that holds any sort of
Symbolic interactionist use the differential association theory in which goes against any particular idea that biology or personality of an individual is the source of deviance (an action or behavior that violates social norms including a formally enacted rule.) In this theory it states that the different groups we choose to associate ourselves with bring out the message of conformity of deviance. For example Carlos was raised in an upper class family with expectations to be the best in everything he does. Which in sum since he was raised in such in environment then most likely he will do exactly that. Another example would be if Carlos were raised in a poor neighborhood with abusive parents; possibilities are that Carlos would associate with the not so great kids around the neighborhood; Carlos would become rebellious with anyone he comes across with that holds any sort of