How do sociologists define positive deviance?

A) deviance that relates to a criminal record
B) deviance that actively harms someone physically
C) actions initially considered deviant, but later deemed appropriate
D) the acts that come with secondary deviance

Positive Deviance

An approach focusing on individuals or groups within a community whose uncommon but successful behaviors or strategies enable them to find better solutions to a problem than peers who face the same challenges and barriers.

Secondary Deviance

The process by which a person begins to accept a deviant identity and continues deviant behavior after being labeled as deviant by society.

Criminal Record

A documented history of a person's criminal convictions, which can affect future employment, travel, and citizenship opportunities.