social Flashcards
Common indicators
Wealth and Income
Occupation and Employment
Education
Power and Political Influence
Lifestyle and consumption patterns
Social Networks and social capital
Access to healthcare services
Social Perceptions and Stereotypes
Residential Segregation
Intergenerational Mobility
Political elites, government officials and corporate leaders often posses greater power and influence, reinforcing social hierarchies
Power and Political Influence
Different Social classes often exhibit distinct lifestyle patterns, including housing, clothing, leisure activities and consumption habits
Lifestyle and consumption patterns
the composition of an individual’s social network and the extent of social capital they posses can indicate social stratification
Social networks and Social Capital
Disparities in access to quality healthcare, social services and other essential resources can highlight social stratification
Access to healthcare and Services
the presence of stereotypes and prejudices associated with particular social groups are often an indication of social stratification
Social Perceptions and Stereotypes
Where different social groups concentrate in specific neighborhoods or areas
Residential Segregation
the extent to which individuals can move up or down the social ladder compared to their parents
Intergenerational Mobility
