Negative sanctions

Definition

Negative sanctions are punishments or penalties imposed on individuals or groups for breaking social norms or violating societal rules. They can range from informal disapproval by peers to formal legal penalties enforced by authorities.

Related terms

Social Norms:

Shared expectations within a society about appropriate behaviors and actions.

Deviance:

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms and expectations.

Formal Sanctions: Officially recognized and enforced penalties for misconduct, often implemented by governing bodies or institutions