Durkheim's Contribution to Criminological Theory

Research Paper # 3034

Criminology
Psychology > Behaviorism
Sociology > Theory

A look at how Durkheim influenced criminology theory in the area of anomie.

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Paper Summary:

This paper examines Durkheim's anomie concept in relation to human nature, its social context, and its relation to suicide. The paper also discusses Durkheim's contemporary protegees and takes a look at how the anomie concept is viewed today is assessed.

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"In attempting to understand the origins and consequences of Durkheim's conception of anomie, it is important to consider his view of human nature. Coser (1962) points out that Durkheim believed there is no human nature without society. What people thought, how they perceived the world, how they conceived of their relationship to the world all these things were shaped by participation in society."

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Durkheim's Contribution to Criminological Theory (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 14, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Durkheim's-Contribution-to-Criminological-Theory/3034

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"Durkheim's Contribution to Criminological Theory" 15 January 2012. Web. 14 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Durkheim's-Contribution-to-Criminological-Theory/3034>