Functionalism

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Which 'V' do functionalists argue that society is based on?
Value consensus
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What is value consensus?
Where individuals in a society or social group agree to and accept the norms and values that allow for the smooth running of society
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Which two functionalists say value consensus is essential?
Durkheim and Parsons
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What is anomie?
This is durkheim and parsons idea that without value consensus people would be pulling in different directions that would result in chaos and disaster
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How is value consensus possible?
Because we have shared norms and values which we learn through primary socialisation
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What develops as a result of value consensus and socialisation?
Social solidarity
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What is social solidarity?
Where people feel a part of a social group or society in general, a sense of integration which allows them to function effectively.
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What is it called when the majority feel social solidarity?
Social order
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What is organic analogy?
The way functionalism compares society to a living organism
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