Strain Theory

Strain theory can refer to;

In chemistry:

  • Baeyer strain theory


In social sciences:

  • Strain theory (sociology), the theory that social structures within society may pressure citizens to commit crime
  • Value-added theory, the assumption that certain conditions are needed for the development of a social movement

Famous quotes containing the words strain and/or theory:

    “You always strain tuh be de bell cow, never be de tail uh nothin’.”
    —Zora Neale Hurston (1891–1960)

    “Frankly, these days, without a theory to go with it, I can’t see a painting.”
    —Tom Wolfe (b. 1931)