Labeling Theory
Labeling Theory
Glossary of the social sciences
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Definition of labeling theory
LABELING THEORY: A social theory that holds that society's reaction to certain behaviors is a major factor in defining the self as deviant: People become `deviant' because certain labels (thief, prostitute, homosexual) are attached to their behavior by criminal justice authorities and others: The resulting treatment of the individual pushes them into performing the deviant role: Also called "societal reaction" theory
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