- Describe the labeling theory of deviance. Also, be sure to list and discuss all three stages. Then discuss what it is about labeling theory that makes it sociological. Finally, discuss the concerns that labeling theorists would have regarding the policy to criminalize drug users.

Sociologists use two levels of analysis (i.e., macro- and micro-level). List the two levels and discuss each one's focus. Which theoretical perspectives (functionalist, conflict, and symbolic interactionist perspectives) tend to use macro-level analysis, and which tend to use micro-level analysis? Describe how sociologists would examine the phenomenon of homelessness in the United States using first one level and then the other.Finally, be sure to discuss two causes of homelessness that would be considered macro-level causes, and two causes of homelessness that would be considered micro-level causes.

In what ways are conflict theory and Merton's strain theory similar in explaining criminal behavior? How do they differ in explaining criminal behavior? (Be sure to elaborate on your response.) In your essay, also list and discuss with some detail the five adaptations that are part of strain theory.