Labeling Theory

Watch this video on the labeling theory. It uses medical marijuana laws to demonstrate primary and secondary deviance. Creating and assigning the label involves social power. Note that the reaction to the behavior often matters more than the behavior itself.

 

Source: Sprouts, https://youtu.be/QHSvZZ1pnm0
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