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You mean like goth or punk? If that is the case, sure there are many urban subcultures like goths, "vampires" or "darketos", punks, "escatos" (skaters) and many more.

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Types of subculture in sociology?

although the question is a bit incomplete and I am uncertain about the answer I will give it a go... we could say that subculture in sociological discourses could be defined in terms of : 1. ethnicity (ethnic minority with its own individual culture), 2. class (eg. working class subcultures), 3. deviance (being different, escaping the social norm), and 4. youth (youth subcultures, usually interlinked with music and fashion etc). ...


What are the subcultures of Canada?

The three largest subcultures in Canada are English, French and Chinese. Along with ethnic, religious identity, it should be noted that Canadians further sub-divide subcultures by regions. Several other subcultures also have considerable impact in Canada, these include native, aboriginal people and people from the Caribbean.


What do subcultures often have in common with mainstream culture?

Subcultures often share values, norms, and beliefs with mainstream culture, while also having their unique identities and practices. They may challenge dominant cultural norms and offer alternative perspectives, influencing mainstream culture in the process. Additionally, subcultures can evolve and influence mainstream culture over time.


Which sociological perspective argues that subcultures often emerge because the dominant society has unsuccessfully attempted to suppress a practice regarded as improper such as the use of illegal dru?

The conflict perspective argues that subcultures emerge when society's institutions, such as government and law enforcement, fail to address the needs or desires of certain groups. In this framework, subcultures may form in response to perceived injustices or oppressive actions by the dominant society.


How in your life created a subculture of your own?

I have not personally created a subculture, but subcultures usually form when a group of individuals share a common interest, style, or ideology that sets them apart from mainstream culture. Subcultures can arise organically and evolve over time through shared activities, values, and beliefs that bond its members together. It is important for subcultures to maintain their distinct identity while also allowing for growth and diversity within the group.

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What are the subcultures of Spain?

The subcultures in Spain include:BasqueCatalonian/ValencianGalician


What are the release dates for Subcultures - 2012 YouTube SubCultures 2-2?

Subcultures - 2012 YouTube SubCultures 2-2 was released on: USA: 20 February 2013


What are subcultures for Africa?

There are a variety of subcultures of Africa. Some of these subcultures include Bantu, Niger-Khoisan, Semitic, as well as Christian, Muslim, and Animist.


What are the the three delinquent subcultures distinguished by Cloward and Ohlin?

The three delinquent subcultures distinguished by Cloward and Ohlin are criminal, conflict, and retreatist subcultures. Criminal subcultures provide youth with opportunities for success through criminal activities, conflict subcultures emerge in areas where legitimate and illegitimate opportunities are limited, and retreatist subcultures involve individuals who reject both legitimate and criminal means of achieving success.


What are the subcultures of the us?

There are various subcultures in the United States of America. For example, the rave subculture has had a recent reemergence in the US.


What are some subcultures in Germany?

There have been skinheads, punks, gothics, hippies, and more. Many of the well-known subcultures.


What are subcultures of US?

boo butts and canada


How is subcultures and countercultures related?

whatever ducks


What are the release dates for Subcultures - 2012 FreeRunners 2-3?

Subcultures - 2012 FreeRunners 2-3 was released on: USA: 15 March 2013


What are the subcultures of China?

It's hard to find material about Chinese subcultures -- especially because they weren't any youth subcultures until after Tiananmen Square in the late 1980's -- but here's some information on Hanfu (just one movement I could find easily) to get you started: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanfu_movement


What are the different subcultures of a prison?

Are prison subcultures largely the same from institution to institution


What is delinquent subcultures?

Delinquent subcultures are social groups that reject mainstream norms and adopt behaviors viewed as deviant or criminal. These subcultures may form in response to perceived injustices or alienation from society, leading members to engage in illegal activities as a way to rebel or cope with their circumstances. Members of delinquent subcultures often develop their own values, norms, and ways of living in opposition to dominant societal norms.