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What type of solidarity characterizes modern society according to Durkheim?
What type of solidarity characterizes modern society according to Durkheim?
- Mechanical solidarity
- Organic solidarity (correct)
- Collective solidarity
- Cohesive solidarity
What is a primary feature of social interdependence in modern societies?
What is a primary feature of social interdependence in modern societies?
- Contracts serve as the only regulation
- Emphasis on individual isolation
- Moral underpinnings guide societal relationships (correct)
- Complete reliance on community for livelihood
Which statement best contrasts individualism and collectivism in modern society?
Which statement best contrasts individualism and collectivism in modern society?
- Collectivism encourages personal freedom.
- Collectivism emphasizes shared societal obligations. (correct)
- Individualism promotes social conformity.
- Individualism requires a degree of interdependence.
What can contribute to anomie in modern societies?
What can contribute to anomie in modern societies?
How is the division of labor viewed in modern societies as opposed to traditional societies?
How is the division of labor viewed in modern societies as opposed to traditional societies?
What aspect differentiates modern societies in terms of law from traditional societies?
What aspect differentiates modern societies in terms of law from traditional societies?
Which statement best describes the collective conscience in modern societies?
Which statement best describes the collective conscience in modern societies?
What is the primary function of contracts in the context of social relations?
What is the primary function of contracts in the context of social relations?
Which factor contributes to lower suicide rates among Catholics compared to Protestants?
Which factor contributes to lower suicide rates among Catholics compared to Protestants?
What is the primary reason for the increased incidence of suicide in Protestant communities?
What is the primary reason for the increased incidence of suicide in Protestant communities?
What does 'anomie' refer to in the context of social theory?
What does 'anomie' refer to in the context of social theory?
What contributed to the practice of seppuku among samurai during the 12th century?
What contributed to the practice of seppuku among samurai during the 12th century?
How do social institutions like marriage and family affect individual well-being?
How do social institutions like marriage and family affect individual well-being?
What was a societal trend prior to the abolition of obligatory seppuku in 1873?
What was a societal trend prior to the abolition of obligatory seppuku in 1873?
What impact does societal upheaval have on individual norms and stability?
What impact does societal upheaval have on individual norms and stability?
In the context of individualist tendencies, which statement is true regarding social integration?
In the context of individualist tendencies, which statement is true regarding social integration?
What is societal anomie associated with in terms of social cohesion?
What is societal anomie associated with in terms of social cohesion?
According to Durkheim, how does social cohesion impact suicide rates?
According to Durkheim, how does social cohesion impact suicide rates?
Which of the following is an example of societal upheaval?
Which of the following is an example of societal upheaval?
What role does excessive individualism play in social cohesion?
What role does excessive individualism play in social cohesion?
Fatalistic suicide is characterized by which of the following?
Fatalistic suicide is characterized by which of the following?
What societal factors are identified as contributors to social anomie?
What societal factors are identified as contributors to social anomie?
How can societal anomie lead to new bonds of cohesion?
How can societal anomie lead to new bonds of cohesion?
What aspect of Durkheim’s work significantly shifted the focus of social studies?
What aspect of Durkheim’s work significantly shifted the focus of social studies?
Flashcards
Societal Anomie
Societal Anomie
Societal disturbance or disorder, often causing new bonds of social cohesion.
Social Cohesion
Social Cohesion
The social bonds and connections that hold a society together.
Suicide (Egoistic)
Suicide (Egoistic)
Suicide resulting from a lack of social integration, feeling isolated.
Suicide (Anomic)
Suicide (Anomic)
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Suicide (Fatalistic)
Suicide (Fatalistic)
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Social Regulation
Social Regulation
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Social Integration
Social Integration
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Durkheim's Suicide Study
Durkheim's Suicide Study
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Modern Society
Modern Society
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Division of Labor
Division of Labor
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Social Interdependence
Social Interdependence
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Organic Solidarity
Organic Solidarity
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Mechanical Solidarity
Mechanical Solidarity
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Traditional Society
Traditional Society
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Modern Society (vs Traditional)
Modern Society (vs Traditional)
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Durkheim's Empirical Work
Durkheim's Empirical Work
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Bushidō
Bushidō
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Seppuku
Seppuku
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Altruistic suicide
Altruistic suicide
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Anomie
Anomie
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Social Conditions
Social Conditions
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Individualist Tendencies
Individualist Tendencies
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Social Structures
Social Structures
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Constraining-Integrating Force
Constraining-Integrating Force
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Study Notes
Emile Durkheim (1858-1917)
- Emile Durkheim was a founding father of sociology.
- He bridged the gap between ancient social philosophers and modern social research.
- Durkheim considered social order (moral order) a key concern.
- He viewed society as a complex system of interdependent and interrelated parts.
- All parts are crucial for society's overall functioning.
- This perspective is known as structural functionalism.
- He emphasized that social structures influence human actions.
Durkheim's Sociological Contributions (Part 1)
- Durkheim is a key figure in the development of sociology as a discipline.
- He helped to establish sociology as a science, relying on empirical evidence
- Durkheim pioneered the use of the social scientific method, leading to a more fact-based perspective.
Solidarity
- Durkheim distinguished between mechanical and organic solidarity.
- Mechanical solidarity is typical in pre-industrial societies, characterized by shared beliefs and values.
- Organic solidarity characterizes modern societies, where interdependence through the division of labor is crucial.
Traditional Society
- Characterized by sameness/similarity (pre-industrial/rural).
- Strong collective conscience (shared norms/beliefs).
- Limited division of labor – people perform many jobs.
- Repressive, punitive social rules/laws.
- Mechanical solidarity ties people together.
Modern Society
- Characterized by diversity/variety (industrialized/urban).
- Weak collective conscience (less shared norms).
- Specialized division of labor.
- Contract-type and restitutive laws.
- Organic solidarity – ties people through interdependace.
Division of Labor
- The division of labor creates interdependence amongst people in society.
- This concept helps people to understand the importance of societal structures.
Social Interdependence
- Contracts are part of social morality to regulate expectations and obligations.
- Social relationships function as constraints on individual behavior.
- Social institutions protect people from isolating (egoistic) behaviors
Durkheim's Suicide Study
- Suicide is a social phenomenon, not exclusively a psychological one.
- Durkheim, in his study, notes two social facts:
- Integration: Strength of social connections
- Regulation: External constraints on individuals.
- Suicide rates vary with the degree of social integration or regulation.
- He identified four types of suicide:
- Egoistic: Low levels of integration
- Altruistic: High levels of integration
- Anomic: Low levels of regulation
- Fatalistic: High levels of regulation
Anomie
- Anomie results from a disruption of social norms/expectations.
- Examples include natural disasters, economic crisis.
- Anomie produces a sense of rootlessness or alienation.
Further Readings
- Several online resources offer further insights into Durkheim's work and ideas. (These URLs are omitted, as per instructions)
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Explore the foundational concepts introduced by Emile Durkheim, one of the key figures in sociology. This quiz covers his view of social order, structural functionalism, and the distinctions between mechanical and organic solidarity. Delve into Durkheim's impact on sociological methodology and the discipline's scientific evolution.
