Functionalist view of YOUTH Flashcards
1
Q
conflict or consensus
what type of theory is Functionalism?
A
consensus
2
Q
what do functionalists see youth as ?
A
a transitional stage between childhood and adulthood
3
Q
why do functionalists see youth as important, during a potentially stressful and emotional time?
A
it provides people with a sense of belonging, as well as shared norms and values
they can also ‘let off steam’ in an acceptable manner
4
Q
1950s were a time of….
when functionalists started writing about youth in the 1950s, what was happening that may have influenced their studies?
A
it was a time of economic prosperity for youths as many young people had jobs and money they could spend themselves, consumerism was very high
