Social Structures, Interaction and Inequality
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What is a common strategy used in social movements?

  • Protests (correct)
  • Discouraging activism
  • Ignoring societal issues
  • Maintaining the status quo

    • What is a key focus of demographics?

  • Analyzing individual behavior
  • Examining population characteristics (correct)
  • Ignoring population growth
  • Studying weather patterns

    • Which of the following is an example of a social problem?

  • Community growth
  • Societal well-being
  • Environmental degradation (correct)
  • Equality

    • What is the purpose of social control mechanisms?

    <p>To regulate behavior and maintain social order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does deviance refer to?

    <p>Behaviors that violate social norms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do social structures primarily shape?

    <p>Individual behavior and societal interactions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a system of ranking individuals and groups based on characteristics like wealth and power?

    <p>Social stratification (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does social interaction primarily involve?

    <p>Communication and exchange of meaning (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor driving social change?

    <p>Technological advancements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Social psychology primarily examines how individuals are influenced by what?

    <p>Social factors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture primarily encompass?

    <p>Shared beliefs, values, and customs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of social movements?

    <p>To promote or resist social change. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do disparities in income, education, and healthcare lead to?

    <p>Social problems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Social Movements

    Collective efforts advocating for political reform, social justice, and environmental issues.

    Demographics

    Study of population characteristics, including size, growth rates, and ethnic composition.

    Social Problems

    Issues affecting society, such as poverty, crime, and inequality.

    Social Control

    Mechanisms in place to regulate behavior and maintain order within society.

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    Deviance

    Behaviors or beliefs that violate social norms, often leading to sanctions.

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    Social Structures

    Patterns of relationships and institutions that influence behavior.

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    Social Interaction

    The process of communicating and exchanging meaning between individuals.

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    Social Inequality

    The unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and power in society.

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    Social Stratification

    The ranking of individuals and groups based on characteristics like wealth and prestige.

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    Social Change

    Shifts in social structures and cultural patterns over time.

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    Social Psychology

    Study of how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by social factors.

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    Culture

    Shared beliefs, values, and behaviors of a group or society.

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    Study Notes

    Social Structures and Institutions

    • Social structures are patterns of relationships and social institutions that shape individual behavior and societal interactions.
    • Examples of social structures include family structures, economic systems, political systems, and educational systems.
    • These structures influence individual opportunities, access to resources, and social mobility.

    Social Interaction and Communication

    • Social interaction refers to the process by which individuals communicate and exchange meaning with each other.
    • This can involve verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as symbolic interaction.
    • Social interaction is crucial for the development of social roles, norms, and culture. It facilitates social solidarity and cooperation.

    Social Inequality and Stratification

    • Social inequality refers to the unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and power among individuals and groups within a society.
    • Social stratification is a system of ranking individuals and groups within a society based on certain characteristics like wealth, power, prestige, and social status.
    • Social inequalities manifested through disparities in income, education, healthcare, and housing can lead to social problems like poverty and discrimination.

    Social Change and Development

    • Social change refers to the shifts and transformations in social structures, institutions, and cultural patterns over time.
    • Factors driving social change include technological advancements, economic shifts, political movements, and demographic changes.
    • Understanding social change is crucial for adapting to evolving societal needs and fostering social progress.

    Social Psychology

    • Social psychology examines how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by social factors, including social cognition, attitudes, and group processes
    • Key concepts include social norms, conformity, obedience, prejudice, and discrimination.
    • How individuals perceive and respond to social situations is a primary focus.

    Culture and Society

    • Culture encompasses the shared beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that characterize a particular group or society.
    • Culture plays a significant role in shaping individual identities and social interactions.
    • Culture is transmitted through various mechanisms such as socialization, education, and media.

    Social Movements

    • Social movements are organized collective actions by individuals or groups to promote or resist social change.
    • They often address issues like political reform, social justice, environmental protection, and economic equality.
    • Protests, advocacy, and activism are common strategies in social movements.

    Demographics and Population Studies

    • Demographics examine the characteristics of populations, such as population size, growth rates, age distribution, and ethnic composition.
    • Demographical trends can influence social structures, institutions, and development.
    • Understanding demographics is critical for policies and services.

    Social Problems

    • Social problems encompass various issues affecting society, impacting individuals and communities.
    • Examples include poverty, crime, inequality, discrimination, and environmental degradation.
    • Identifying and addressing social problems are key for fostering societal well-being.

    Social Control and Deviance

    • Social control mechanisms regulate behavior within a society, maintaining social order.
    • Deviance refers to behaviors and beliefs that violate social norms and may be met with social sanctions.
    • The relationship between deviance and social control is constantly evolving.

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    Explores social structures as patterns that shape behavior and institutions. It examines how these structures impact opportunities and mobility. Also explores how interaction through communication shapes social roles and facilitates cooperation, and social inequality through distribution of power.

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