The Impact of Media on Adolescent Behavior: Exploring Deviance and Social Norms

Name Professor Course code Date DEVIANCE Introduction: Definition of The Problem According to (Robert 1), deviance is a behavior that violates a norm beyond the tolerance of a group. Society has a great significance in shaping behavior. Everybody has their norms and are entitled to their opinion. Deviant behavior may be considered wrong by another, but a right to another, i.e., consuming alcohol, maybe normative at a college fraternity party but not at a Baptist picnic (Robert 2). However, the decision regarding what is wrong or right is influenced by society. Anything that goes astray in the eyes of society is termed deviant behavior. Deviance takes many forms, for instance, murder, substance abuse, criminal activities, secularity, sexual assaults, outrageous behaviors among teenagers and youth, deviating media, bullying, cyberbullying, vulgar language in music, and unhealthy competition. The list of deviant behavior is endless. Individuals tend to deviate from societal expectations; society punishes deviant behavior through the stipulation of laws. LITERATURE REVIEW Deviance defines human conduct and societal perspective on behavior. Media influence on adolescent behavior has become a subject of concern and interest among many researchers due to society and the individual's sociological implications. Adolescents are considered the most vulnerable individuals in society regarding their teenage state. Adolescents are critical indivi