Subculture Theory
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- Created on: 03-04-15 10:16
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- Subculture Theory
- Basics
- Initial work from ALBERT COHEN
- Gangs form as a solution to strains that young people face
- A, COHEN
- six key features of gangs
- emphasises instant gratification
- rejection of dominant values
- behaviour is varied
- activity is charaticsed by malice
- primary allegiance is to the gang
- no economic rationality
- Status frustration occurs when those in lower classes know they cannot get the same status as higher classes
- six key features of gangs
- MILLER
- six concerns
- Smartness
- Autonomy
- Excitement
- Fate
- Trouble
- Toughness
- Subculture is a result of conforming to working class culture
- six concerns
- Evaluation
- Middle class values may not be accepted by lower class individuals
- Basics
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