Sociological Theories/Perspectives and Social Policy

Question 1

perspectives & social policy - what research & data do governments prefer?

Answer 1

quantitative positivist research

objective data

Question 2

perspectives & social policy - what theories see their research as a way to change society through social policies?

Answer 2

functionalist
new right
feminist

Question 3

perspectives & social policy - new right aim

Answer 3

reduce involvement of the state to eliminate dependency culture & strengthen traditional family and marriage

Question 4

perspectives & social policy - feminists aim

Answer 4

implement policies that undermine patriarchy and remove discrimination against women