How does deviancy amplification spiral operate to cause a 'moral panic'.
Date Submitted: 04/29/2004 07:17:51
Describe in your own words how the deviancy amplification spiral operates to produce a 'moral panic'. Illustrate with two examples.
A non-sociological or common sense explanation of 'moral panic' would describe it as a justified reaction to a real threat to the moral fabric of society. However under closer inspection 'moral panic' is a complex social construction with many underlying factors. The deviancy amplification spiral (Cohen 1970s OU intro chapter p23) is part of the
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in the media resulting in public concern, a response by the authorities and police force, more cases are discovered and reported which are reported in the media causing a 'moral panic'. Guidelines are set out and solutions are found e.g. drinking from bottles and more vigilance.
The deviancy amplification spiral plays a large part in creating 'moral panic', however this process is very complex and may include more factors than those that are given.
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