SOCL 1295 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Social Learning Theory, Social Control Theory, Proletariat
12 Feb 2014
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A general statement about how some parts of the world fit together and how they work; propositions used to explain, predict. Main theories and theorists referenced in righteous dopefiend: Influenced by marxism: society is viewed as composed of groups that are competing for scarce resources (money, power, etc. , elites use power to control weaker groups, it"s all about how social class translates into power and opportunity. *substance abuse is largely a social-structural problem, exacerbated by pre- existing social conditions. Regarding drug users: marginalized groups are more likely to be targeted for substance abuse violations, they are more likely seen as undesirables and given harsher punishments and counterparts, they lack the power to challenge the system. *critique: structural inequality is not an excuse for making bad decisions. Lumpen proletariat: lumpen- no reason for being, no productive value, the scum, offal, refuse of all classes , vulnerable population that is produced as the result of transitioning.
