functionalism Flashcards
what is Durkheim’s Anomie?
if value consensus breaks down, anomie may occur, loss of normality
leading to chaos.
what is Durkheim’s mechanical solidarity?
everyone in society has the same role to play- cogs in a machine
what is Durkheim’s organic solidarity?
institutions are interdependent in society, society is like a human body, the institutions the organs
what is Parsons system under structural functionalism?
society has vital organs that are interdependent
what is Parsons system needs under structural functionalism?
the needs of the system/ society
example- socialisation
what is Parsons functions under structural functionalism?
every part of the system has a vital function to ensure whole survival of society
what is Parsons integration under structural functionalism?
individuals feel a part of society and social solidarity is achieved. Behaviour is predictable and stable.
what are the 4 stages in Parsons social system?
social system
sub-systems
institutions
status
what is the status stage of Parsons social system?
each status is associated with a certain role
example- teacher treats student equally
what is the institutions stage of Parsons social system?
roles are a part of the institution
example- teacher and student roles a part of an institution
what is the sub-systems stage of Parsons social system?
institutions are a part of larger groups
example- shops, business
what is the social system stage of Parsons social system?
all these things make our society
what are the 4 parts of Parsons Agile schema?
adaptation
goal attainment
integration
latency
what is the Latency part of Parsons agile schema and give an example?
ensuring system continues passing on norms and values, letting off steam to cope with work
example- religion
what is the integration part of Parsons Agile schema and give an example?
strong cohesion in society, everyone achieving the same goals
example- police and media
