Deck 14: Social Pathology: A Systematic Approach to the Theory of Sociopathic Behavior, Edwin Lemert

Question 1

In his introduction to the concept of social pathology, Lemert does NOT refer to and critique which of the following concepts?

A)Social problems
B)Social disorganization
C)Symbolic interactionism
D)Marxism

Answer 1

Marxism

Question 2

Before introducing his own approach to social pathology, Lemert reviewed and critiqued the ____ and ____ approach.

A)Biological…physiological
B)Pathological…biological
C)Psychological…ideological
D)Biological…psychological

Answer 2

Biological…psychological

Question 3

According to Lemert, personal mental problems (pathology) originate from ______.

A)The social structure
B)Psychiatric problems
C)Biological deficiency
D)Social interaction

Answer 3

The social structure

Question 4

Why does Lemert believe that biologically based theories of socio-pathological behaviors are inadequate or flawed? Use a specific behavior to make your case.