Crime and Deviance - Episode 3 (Functionalism)
From The Sociology Show by Matthew Wilkin
January 30, 2026 · 13 min
About this episode
This episode explores the Functionalist perspective on crime and deviance, discussing its potential positive effects on society and individual benefits.
In episode 3 - 1.What is the Functionalist view of crime and devIance 2. How can crime be positive for society 3. How can individuals use crime to benefit themselves You can also book private online tutoring at www.calendly.com/sociologyshowtutoring
People in this episode
Host: Matthew Wilkin
Topics covered
- Functionalism
- crime
- deviance
- society
- positive aspects of crime
- individual benefits from crime
Keywords
- Functionalism
- crime
- deviance
- society
- positive crime effects
- individual benefits
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