functionalists Flashcards
1
Q
what is functionalism
A
system with parts that maintain social order (institutions)
2
Q
how is it maintained
A
maintained through general consensus on norms and beliefs which society must follow and cooperate with
3
Q
how does society adapt
A
through dysfunction which evolves institutions for a changing society
4
Q
what is the organic analogy
A
society is like a human body - without one part society dysfunctions
. primary socialisation is really important
5
Q
interpretivists or positivists
A
positivists
