Deviant Behavior

by Alex Thio

This best-selling text offers comprehensive coverage of all aspects of deviance and is noted for its blend of style and substance. Deviant Behavior covers a wide spectrum of theories of deviance, and analyzes numerous specific deviant behaviors. The author uses an abundance of research data, including many that debunk our common assumptions about deviant behavior. Students are exposed to the full range of theories and data about deviance, and are challenged to think about and evaluate their own biases and preconceptions.

Genres: Textbooks, Nonfiction, Sociology, Psychology, School, Crime

480 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Elari · Rating 2 out of 5]

Things I learned from this book:
- Black people are more likely to kill than White people,
- Black people are more likely to rape than White people,
- The United States is at the mercy of Islamic terrorists.

I must say, the occasional dismay and skepticism distracted me from the boredom this book brought about. I think I contracted TB (not tuberculosis; read: terminal boredom). I'm still bored.

[Jan · Rating 2 out of 5]

It seems that the author of this textbook has failed to make any updates to the original information used in earlier editions, with much of the information reflecting the 1950's, 60's, and 70's. In addition, there were several instances where the reader is left to feel that the author does not see any relevance to the study and application of psychology, but this might also have something to do with the outdated research and evidence he uses to back up what he writes. I found myself sitting and reading and arguing with the textbook, because it provided such contradictory information to what I have read and learned in other courses I have recently taken.

[Chris · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a required book for one of my classes. I think its an ok book for those just starting out and wanting to learn more, but for me, I already knew most of what is included in it.

[Marideth Bridges · Rating 2 out of 5]

So boring! I had to read it for my college class. Not only that, it’s very outdated, especially in regards to the chapter about mental illness, despite being published in 2012 (latest edition).

[maegan]

mind you this is a textbook.
and also i’ve memorized this

thank you

[Michelle Johnson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was assigned reading for a Sociology of Deviance class. Seriously interesting reading! I would give this book a five star rating for the subject matter and the way it is delivered. Eye-opening statistics and theories on the causes and the reactions to deviant behavior, including shoplifting, sexual behaviors, drug and alcohol use, suicide, murder, robbery and child abuse and sexual molesters. The only negative I have about this book is that the statistics and theories seem to be very out-dated. Most comparisons given are from the 60's vs. the 80's and 90's. Societal behavior has changed alot over the last ten years because of different social media influences, and surely there are more up to date statistics on crime rates etc. That being said, it was a VERY interesting class.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am reading this for my "Deviance" class.

[Lisa Julianna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book to read for a Deviant Behavior Sociology class. It is easy to read and understand.

[Jayson Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

deviance behavior

[Tayler K · Rating 3 out of 5]

Chapters 1-3, 10, 7, 8, 11, 12, 4, 13, 15

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I find human behavior and mental/behavioral disorders fascinating.

[Chelsea1922]

How do you open up this book to read it