Functionalism Flashcards
1
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What is functionalism?
A
Functionalism is the idea that everything has a purpose.
2
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What type of theory is functionalism?
A
Consensus theory.
3
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What do functionalists compare society to?
A
The organic analogy-the idea that all institutions have a vital part in society and if you take one nothing/society doesn’t work.
4
Q
What is value consensus?
A
Value consensus is the idea that society needs norms and values which needs to be shared from all different people.
5
Q
What is Social cohesion?
A
The idea that society is joined together by shared norms and values.
6
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What is social solidarity?
A
Is the idea that society acts as one and that everything is intertwined.
