Theories Flashcards
what discipline does functionalism go into
sociology
what discipline does systems theory go into
sociology
what discipline does conflict theory go into
sociology
what discipline does feminist theory go into
sociology
what discipline does symbolic interactionism go into
psychology
what discipline does exchange theory go into
psychology
what discipline does developmental theory go into
anthropology
what discipline do ecological perspectives go into
anthropology
what is functionalism?
Every member of the family has important roles in order to contribute to society
what is systems theory?
Feedback in this system allows for it to run smoothly
what is conflict theory?
Someone has more power over another person
Feminist theory
separates sex and gender from class
liberal feminist
women aren’t able to be in a higher position because they are “un able”
social feminist
“women should be looking at the home, not working”
radical feminist
the difference in power when it comes to relationships, the males for example have more power
what is symbolic interactionism?
acting how others think you should, others opinions >
what is exchange theory?
the actions you make don’t only benefit you but others, “exchanging the good”
what is developmental/ life course theory?
as you get older you will have new things to challenge you
what are ecological perspectives?
people within a society influence each other
macrosystem
socio-emotional environment
mesosystem
society norms