Why did Émile Durkheim view anomie as a pathological condition that required
a cure in his sociological theory?
Durkheim argued that anomie resulted from a breakdown of social norms and values,
leading to a sense of normlessness and societal instability.
Durkheim considered anomie to be a desirable state that encouraged innovation and
progress within society.
Durkheim saw anomie as a temporary and harmless deviation from social norms, not
requiring any intervention.
Durkheim believed that anomie was a normal and healthy aspect of society,
promoting individualism and personal freedom.
