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A definition of deviant behavior often depends upon historical
circumstance. What was considered deviant a generation or two
ago may not be considered deviant at all today. This assignment
is an examination of our historical definitions of deviant
behavior.
Thoroughly discuss one example of behavior that was
considered deviant 50 years ago, but today is considered
conventional or normal. Why is this behavior now considered
normal? Using sociological theories and concepts from the
course readings, and your own research, explain what changes
in society have led to the acceptance of this once deviant
behavior.
Next, thoroughly discuss one example of a behavior that was
considered acceptable 50 years ago, but today is considered
deviant. Why is this behavior now considered deviant? Using
sociological theories and concepts from the course readings, and
your own research, explain what changes in society have led to
the rejection of this once acceptable behavior.
Conclude your paper with a prediction: what is one well -known
2. deviant behavior exhibited today that may be considered
acceptable in the future? Explain in detail why you think this
behavior will be considered acceptable in the future. What is
one well-known acceptable behavior exhibited today that may
be considered deviant in the future? Explain in detail why you
think this behavior will be considered deviant in the future.
Your essay should be 3-4 pages double spaced (not including
your cover page and reference page). Please make sure to use
academic sources to validate your discussion. Please format
your paper in APA style formatting.