Sociological Perspectives: Key Concepts
Definitions of key terms for the five basic sociological perspectives – Functionalism, Marxism, Feminism, Social Action Theory and Postmodernism.
Definitions of key terms for the five basic sociological perspectives – Functionalism, Marxism, Feminism, Social Action Theory and Postmodernism.
Happy – lucky, fortunate; contented with one’s lot, glad or pleased[i] Synonyms [of happy]: Pleasure, joy, exhilaration, bliss, contentedness, delight, enjoyment, satisfaction.[ii]
Charles Murray’s Underclass Theory – the idea that there is a ‘hardcore’ of a few hundred thousand families and individuals
Emile Durkheim introduced the concept of social facts, which are external social institutions, norms, and values influencing individual behavior. His analysis, particularly in studying suicide rates, underscores the importance of societal factors over individual actions. Critics, however, question the reliability of statistical data, emphasizing diverse social realities that challenge Durkheim’s views.
definitions of key concepts for A-level sociology students
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