The functionalist perspective on deviance:
Stresses societal-level processes, systems, equilibrium, and interrelationships, representing a homeostatic approach to deviance.
Functionalists believe that deviance serves a purpose in society allowing for: social stability and balance, the development of patterns for what is deemed acceptable or unacceptable by society, and the creation of boundaries between citizens.
A Classic Sun-Burn Is A Perfect Example Of A First-Degree Burn
