Most sociologists of deviance study only motivated behavior; involuntarily-acquired undesirable conditions, such as blindness and dwarfism, cannot be regarded as deviance because they are not the person's fault.

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Sociologists of deviance study both motivated behavior and involuntarily-acquired conditions. Deviance is not solely about blame or fault; it encompasses behaviors and conditions that deviate from societal norms, including those not chosen by the individual.

Most Sociologists of Deviance Study Only Motivated Behavior; Involuntarily-Acquired Undesirable