Reflections on a Subjectivization-Theoretical Extension of the Labeling Approach and its Relevance for Critical Sociology of Deviance

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to establish an applicability for poststructuralist readings of subjectivation the- ories along the Labeling Approach as a placeholder for critical sociology of deviance. The extent to which subjectification theory approaches not only have conceptual value for critical sociology of deviance, but can also develop empirical-heuristic potentials. These potentials will be shown along an interpretation of a group discussion sequence. The group discussion was conducted within the framework of a DFG- funded project on juvenile delinquency and neosalafism in 2023.