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Anomie Theory states that, in the US, the desire for material possessions outweighs social values. This means that if someone wants something, they will commit crimes to get it if they cannot afford it. For example, a drug addict who cannot afford drugs will resort to stealing or prostitution in order to get money for the drugs. Do you agree with this theory? Why or why not? Provide one other example where Anomie Theory can be seen.

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I do agree with the anomie theory when it states that the desire for people to live in high standard lives to match the American dream outweighs the moral and social values. Anomie occurs as a result of rapid economic, social and political changes in the society (Katsas, 2012). The values and norms that the society held dearly in the past, today they are no longer valid. Such an element tends to make some individuals…

 

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