Chapter two shows how the labeling theory works. They are automatically assumed to be deviant and constantly monitored. They experience this control every day, which could lead them to believe that they are deviant. Even if they aren't, other people, such as teachers, are pushing the narrative that they are deviant. #so345

When social control becomes constant and harsh, it can produce more deviance instead of preventing it. Too much social control and punishment push youth closer to deviance by limiting opportunity. #so345

The thing that stood out to me the most in chapter 1 is how environment really shapes an individual. While a young man may not be deviant, if they grow up in a certain environment they may still be labeled as deviant just because of their association with that environment. #so345

This reading leads me to think about how deviance isn't just behavior, but it's socially constructed. The justice system most aligns with those already in power. Although laws seem fair, people tend to blame individuals more so than the laws. #so345

I find this article interesting as it frames policing as an institution rather than individual choices. This article details that social control reorganizes deviance and reproduces it in new forms rather than reducing it. #so345

Chapter 9 focuses on the fact that deviance is just a response to social control. It reflects power relationships within society. What stood out the most to me is the idea that social control functions just to maintain social order rather than prevent harm. I think it is interesting because the authors really push to promote justice as a commitment to reducing harm and promoting social equity, and not just justice as punishment. #so345

I also think it is interesting to stereotype deviance. Once individuals are labeled "deviant," they think of themself as a certain stereotype and want to change that to fit the social norm of not being deviant anymore. #so345

This chapter really emphasizes the fact that deviance is socially constructed. It's all about perspective. The book talks about how the label "deviant" can shape an individual and make them perceive themself differently through their deviant label. It circles back from primary deviance, the first act, all the way around to a self-fulfilling prophecy. #so345

It's really interesting how the Saints were played off more as boys being boys, and the Roughnecks were more punished because they had the same types of behaviors but completely different reactions. I think it proves that deviance isn't just behavior, but it's shaped by social reaction, power, and inequality. It also begs the question of how many Saints are protected in society by class, race, or status? #so345

The idea of the label "deviant" defining deviance is very interesting to me. It pushes the idea that deviance is a social construction, not just individual behaviors. Things like power, inequality, and social structures shape what and who is labeled as deviant. I think this can create systems of social inequality and lead to more deviance. #so345