Power, Deviance, Stigma, and Control: A Sociological Reconceptualization of Sexuality within Social Work Services

If you need an accessible version of this item, please submit a remediation request.
Date
2017
Language
English
Embargo Lift Date
Committee Members
Degree
Degree Year
Department
Grantor
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Found At
Abstract

Despite shared societal and historical origins, sociology and social work have had a contentious relationship, leading some to suggest the two disciplines are inherently incompatible. This article challenges that assertion by examining how sociological conceptions of deviance, power, stigma, and control can contribute to more just social work services, particularly in the contentious area of adolescent sexuality. As respected social agents, social workers can play a role in counteracting the forces that alienate outsiders. By understanding how sociological theories contribute to their ability to contest the social discourse regarding sexuality, social workers can challenge social norms and work with clients in a more socially just manner.

Description
item.page.description.tableofcontents
item.page.relation.haspart
Cite As
Brandon-Friedman, R. (2017). Power, Deviance, Stigma, and Control: A Sociological Reconceptualization of Sexuality within Social Work Services. The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare, 44(1). https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol44/iss1/10
ISSN
Publisher
Series/Report
Sponsorship
Major
Extent
Identifier
Relation
Journal
The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare
Source
Author
Alternative Title
Type
Article
Number
Volume
Conference Dates
Conference Host
Conference Location
Conference Name
Conference Panel
Conference Secretariat Location
Version
Final published version
Full Text Available at
This item is under embargo {{howLong}}