Durkheim's concept of anomie refers to a ______.
A) state of normlessness that occurs when the rules for behavior in society break down
B) deep, empathetic understanding
C) small, premodern society held together by kinship ties
D) large, modern society with a specialized division of labor

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Durkheim's concept of anomie specifically refers to a state of normlessness, where societal norms break down and individuals no longer know what to expect from one another, leading to feelings of alienation and purposelessness. This occurs particularly during times of rapid social change or crisis.

Durkheim's Concept of Anomie Refers to a ______