Structural Functionalism Theory Flashcards
Structural Functionalism Theory is used to explain how _________ are set up
societies
something about _______ and those ________ have ________
structures, functions
Structural functionalism theory is framed by a series of assumptions about _______, it’s _________, and the ____________ and how their structure and _________ contribute to the stability of society
components, functions of those components, interrelatedness
BP: structural functionalism theory is a _____ theory
socioecological
BP: this socioecological theory is about the ______ and _______ of organized units
structure, functioning
BP: the primary unit of focus in this theory is
societies and their individuals
BP: organizing units typically have a ___________ as well as a ___________
structure, function
BP: this theory can be used for:
a. people
b. families
c. communities
d. societies
e. many other levels
f. all of the above
f. all of the above
This theory helps to explain ___________within________, their ___________, ____________, as well as how ___________________________
processes within families, structures, functions, contribute to society
Institutions are parts of ______
societies
Families are tied to what
legal/educational systems
systems are all ?
tied together
Key figures:
emile durkheim (french sociologist), herbert spencer (evolution)
this theory has a _______ epistemology
positivist
structural functionalism theory has a positivist worldview with an assumption that
family has an important function to society
A: social structures and institutions are interdependent and changes in one part of the system Can have ripple effects throughout throughout the rest of the system
Holism of social systems
A: structural functionalism argues that societies are complex systems made up of various interdependent parts, and that each part has a specific function that contributes to the overall stability and well-being of the society
Interrelated social systems contribute to social order
A: to maintain social order the social structures (families, schools, institutions organizations, law) must be based on shared values and norms which guide individual behavior, and provide a sense of order and predictability for individuals and groups. Moreover, through a process of socialization, individuals are taught are taught the values and norms of their society in learn, to conform to them
Shared values and norms create stable, societies
A: when social structures have shared beliefs and values that are followed by many citizens, there is a social equilibrium that creates order and stability. Conversely, where any disruptions or changes to the system occur, there will eventually be compensated for through various mechanisms of adaption.
Social stability or change occurs overtime
KC: is a disconnect between the cultural goals of a society and means available for individuals to chief cultural goals
Deviance
KC: the process, whereby the cultural goals that all society members are pressured to achieve or live up to produce ——-
strain
KC: structural functionalism has two primary —— within a family, expressive and instrumental
roles
KC: roles- what is an expressive role
A rule that is typically associated with women, it tends to the emotional needs the family and its members
KC: role- Intrumental
Instrumental is a role more for the men, and it tends to the tangible needs of the family
KC: the shared values beliefs and norms that bind individuals together in a society and create a sense of unity and collective identity. It is the glue that holds society together and allows it to function. It is essential for a society to be able to function as a provides a sense of belonging and purpose to individuals.
solidarity
What provides a sense of belonging and purpose to individuals and is essential for society to function?
solidarity
KC: the concept of structural functionalism theory that view society as a complex system of interconnected systems (cultural, personality, social)  parts that work together to promote stability and balance. It focuses on the way in which social structures in institutions contribute to the maintenance of society stability.
Interrelated Systems
What is the concept for the part of structural functionalism theory that the society as a complex system of interconnected parts that work together to promote stability and balance?
Interrelated systems
this theory argues that change is a :
slow and gradual process, and changes effect the entire system
families that fight change or more likely to be __________ then families who embrace it
dysfunctional
different families have different values based on the area that they
lived in
What has been a strategy for survival?
mobility
why do cities want their original families to come back after they receive higher education?
Because higher education means opportunities for higher-paying jobs, which intern gives the city more taxes, raising its value
Families are connected to
legal systems
different demands of society change family ________ and ______
behavior, denfiniton
unc or uncle is a universal label meaning
everyone
