Nature Vs Nurture✔️ Flashcards
People disagree about whether human behaviour is the result of: (2)
Nature - we are pre-programmed.
Nurture - environmental influences.
Although humans possess the same needs, how do we satisfy those needs?
It varies - people handle things differently and this could be because of the society/culture you are in.
Although all people have a sex drive…
People satisfy it in different ways e.g. monogamy, serial monogamy, celibate.
Although we have a drive for self preservation…
People still self harm, risk their life’s in war / commit suicide.
Women are said to have a maternal instinct yet…
Some abandon or abuse their children.
If our behaviour was really natural and pre-programmed then how would society be?
Everyone would be the exact same.
Sociologists argue that variations in our behaviour is because of learning e.g..
Culture and sociolisation plays a part.
Culture includes…
All the things a society regards as important such as language, customs, norms and values.
What are norms?
Specific rules that govern behaviour in particular situations.
What are Values?
General principles we have.
Sociologists argue that…
We are not born with culture! There is Socialisation - where we learn culture.
Primary Socialisation…
Family life at home - babies are only exposed to their parents so they mimic them.
What is Secondary Socialisation?
The process that carries on as our social life develops e.g. constant with school, social media etc.
What is Status?
A position in society which you must comply with the obligations.
What is Role Conflict?
Where the demands of various social roles clash or cause strain.
