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Structural Strain Theory

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

STRUCTURAL STRAIN THEORY

  • Is the functionalist perspective on deviance
  • And cultural goals and how people can attain it.

HISTORY OF STRUCTURAL STRAIN THEORY

  • Robert k. Merton developed the structural strain theory
  • He classified people into 3 classes
  • 1. Followers
  • 2. Leaders
  • 3. Rebels

APPLYS IN TODAYS WORLD

  • American
  • Reality

HELP FROM COMMUNITY

  • Give more opportunities to help achieve the goals