Theory: Functionalism
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- Created on: 10-06-13 11:15
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- Fuctionalism
- Macro, structural theory
- Parsons: biological organism of the System, Needs and Functions
- Central Value System = Social Order
- Four Basic Needs: Adaptation, Integration, Goal Attainment and Latency
- Traditional and Modern Society
- Structural Differentiation (gradual process) and Dynamic Equilibrium (one change leads to another)
- Criticisms:
- Merton: 'functional alternatives' Assumes everything performs a positive function and society is well-integrated
- Origin of family? Deviance is both good and bad Rejects conflict and change Wrong: Choice Assumes society is stable Society is fragmented
- Theory
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