Social boundaries and responsibility

"Without social boundaries, society would self-destruct.   If everyone simply did what was right in his own eyes, the results would be  chaotic.  When the majority of people abide by the laws that is when they are responsible citizens, the society thrives.  When a significant number of individuals choose to walk their won way and live irresponsibly, the society suffers the negative consequences.  Our own Western society is experiencing the results of irresponsible living on the part of man teenagers and adults.  From financial crises to moral failures to violent crimes, and everywhere in between, there are great numbers of people living with little regard for their own actions.  Not only does the individual suffer for his/her irresponsible behavior, but the society at large also suffers."--Five Love Languages of Teens Ch. 12