You fall asleep during a lecture on social structure theory and awake to see a video being played by your instructor. The video pans over a derelict landscape as the narrator says, "In this neighbourhood the social structure has deteriorated. Unemployment is high, there are few commercial establishments left, the schools are failing, and parents are unable to supervise or control their children." What branch of social structure theory are they probably discussing in this segment of the video?

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The description of a neighborhood with high unemployment, few commercial establishments, failing schools, and lack of parental supervision aligns with social disorganization theory. This theory suggests that a breakdown in social institutions such as family, schooling, and employment can lead to increased crime and deviance because of the failure of social structures to provide stability and support to individuals.

You Fall Asleep During a Lecture on Social Structure Theory