On the Usefulness of Merton's Anomie Theory: Academic Failure and Deviance Among High School Students.

Figueira-McDonough, Josefina

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Publication Date: 1983-Mar

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On the Usefulness of Merton's Anomie Theory: Academic Failure and Deviance Among High School Students.

Figueira-McDonough, Josefina

Youth and Society, v14 n3 p259-79 Mar 1983

Data on tenth graders indicated that delinquency increased as grades decreased, supporting the hypothesis that failing students are under high strain. Rejection of school educational goals reinforced the inverse association between grades and delinquency. Extent of delinquency among students considered rebellious, ritualist, retreatist, or utilitarian was examined. (Author/MJL)

Descriptors: Academic Failure, Coping, Delinquency, High School Students, High Schools, Self Esteem, Stress Variables, Student Attitudes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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