Briefly define the concept of moral panic.Give one example of a moral panic.

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This is a Coursework-Comprehension

You MUST read the chapter below for this assessment; it is available from Canvas. However, to gain a more developed understanding of the concept, theories and issues, you should read more widely – see the reading list.

•Thompson, K. (1998) Moral Panics. London: Routledge – Chapter Two: ‘The Classic Moral Panic – Mods and Rockers’.

Having completed your reading, you need to demonstrate your comprehension of moral panics. The comprehension is divided in to three sections; make sure that you address all sections:

1.​Briefly define the concept of ‘moral panic’?

2.​Give one example of a moral panic

3.​How does the news media spread moral panic?

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