Social Action Theory

Question 1

Social Action Theory definition

Answer 1

A way of viewing socialisation, emphasising social action

Question 2

Progression

Answer 2

The process of gradually developing towards a more advanced state

Question 3

Interactionist approach

Answer 3

The study of how individuals behave within society

Question 4

Equal opportunities

Answer 4

The right to access the same opportunities, regardless of factors such as race, age, sex, mental or physical capability

Question 5

Prejudice definition

Answer 5

To form an unfavourable opinion of an individual, often based on inadequate facts

Question 6

Discrimination definition

Answer 6

The unfair treatment of a person or, minority group to make a distinction and act on a prejudice

Question 7

Stereotyping definiton

Answer 7

A standardised image; making simple generalisations about all members of a group which allows others to categories and treat them accordingly

Question 8

What are the individual benefits of the social action theory

Answer 8

• Increased health and fitness, lower body weight, lower blood pressure, higher self-esteem
• Improved social skills ; improves ability to develop friendships
• More positive use of time
• Increased positivity at work and lower absenteeism
• Increase spending on healthy pursuits

Question 9

What is the social action theories benefits on society

Answer 9

• Less strain on the NHS, lower obesity levels
• Increased community integration, improved community moral
• Lower crime statistics
• Workplace/employer benefits as less time off work/higher productivity rates
• More money put into the economy via leisure spend