Victor is a gang member and proud to be one. He looks to his fellow gang members as a sort of family that provides him with support, work, and safety. His view of what others see as deviance is most consistent with which approach to understanding deviance?

A) Conflict
B) Symbolic interactionist
C) Functionalist
D) Individualistic

Symbolic Interactionist

A perspective in sociology that focuses on the meanings individuals impart to actions and symbols in the context of social interactions.

Deviance

Behaviors, actions, or conditions that violate societal norms or expectations, which can lead to social stigma or sanctions.

Gang Member

An individual who is part of an organized group, often involved in criminal activities, sharing a common identity and goals.