Anomie, Deviant Behavior, and the Olympics
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Criminal and deviant behavior is known to occur in all places, settings, and times. The Olympics, both_ Summer and ~inter, are not immune to deviant behavior. This paper focuses on the _spec1f1c types of d~v1ant and criminal acts arising out of the Olympic settings and the anomic factor~ tha_t possibly le~d t~ deviance in this particular arena. The way that athletes are confor~1sts_, innovators, ritual 1st~, and retreatists is considered along with the way that norm confusion influences the Olympic event. Also considered is the role of norm sat~ration in confusing the way actors interpret appropriate behavior in this setting. Implications are provided.
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