individual responsibility

A woman on the street hiding her face. sat next to some rubbish bags. poverty

Sociology of Ideology, Sociology of Inequalities

The Neoliberal View of Poverty: An Outline and Explanation

Learn about the key tenets of the neoliberal view of poverty, including individual responsibility, market forces, human capital development, poverty as a motivator, limited role of the state, and criticisms of this perspective. Understand how the neoliberal approach addresses poverty and the criticisms it faces in terms of systemic factors and income inequality. Gain a comprehensive understanding of poverty from both individual and structural perspectives.

Easy Sociology
January 25, 2024

a black and white crime scene showing the front facade of a house cordoned off with police tape - neoliberalism

Sociology of Crime & Deviance, Sociology of Ideology

The Neoliberal View of Crime and Deviance

The neoliberal view of crime and deviance in sociology emphasizes individual responsibility, rational choice, and limited government intervention. This perspective argues that crime and deviance are primarily the result of individual choices and rational calculations in response to social and economic conditions. However, critics argue that this perspective overlooks structural inequalities and systemic factors that contribute to criminal behavior. Read more to understand the complexities of crime and deviance and the critiques of the neoliberal view.