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Social Control

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Social control refers to the mechanisms, strategies, and institutions that societies use to maintain order and regulate behavior.

Key Features

  • Norms and values
  • Laws and regulations
  • Informal social controls
  • Formal social controls

Pros

  • Promotes social cohesion and stability
  • Helps prevent crime and deviant behavior

Cons

  • Can infringe on individual freedoms
  • May be used for oppression or discrimination

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Last updated: Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 11:23:44 PM UTC