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In sociology, there are three major theoretical perspectives that provide different frameworks for understanding society and human behavior. These perspectives are
Functionalism: Functionalism views society as a complex system of interconnected parts, each of which serves a vital function in maintaining social order and stability. Functionalists emphasize the importance of social institutions, such as the family, education, and religion, in contributing to the overall functioning of society. They argue that these institutions fulfill essential roles in meeting the basic needs of individuals and ensuring the smooth operation of society as a whole. Conflict Perspective: In contrast to functionalism, the conflict perspective focuses on the inherent tensions and inequalities within society. Conflict theorists argue that society is not a harmonious whole, but rather a dynamic system characterized by power struggles and conflicts between different social groups. They emphasize the role of
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Study Notes
Sociological Perspectives
- Sociologists use three major theoretical perspectives to understand society and human behavior.
Functionalism
- Views society as a complex system of interconnected parts, each serving a vital function in maintaining social order and stability.
- Emphasizes the importance of social institutions, such as the family, education, and religion, in contributing to the overall functioning of society.
- Institutions fulfill essential roles in meeting the basic needs of individuals and ensuring the smooth operation of society as a whole.
Conflict Perspective
- Focuses on the inherent tensions and inequalities within society.
- Argues that society is not a harmonious whole, but rather a dynamic system characterized by power struggles and conflicts between different social groups.
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Test your knowledge of sociological perspectives with this quiz! Explore the concepts of functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism to gain a better understanding of how society and human behavior are analyzed through different lenses.
