Sociologist theories

• Functionalism focuses on how society functions as a whole and emphasizes consensus rather than conflict.
• The sociological imagination is the ability to connect personal experiences with larger social forces.
• Conflict theory is based on the idea that there are power struggles between different groups within society, leading to inequality and oppression.
• Marxist sociologists argue that social class determines an individual's position in society and leads to exploitation by those with more economic resources.
• Weberian sociologists focus on the role of bureaucracy and rationalization in modern societies, highlighting the importance of formal rules and procedures.
• Marxist theory argues that class inequality is caused by economic systems like capitalism.
• Conflict theory suggests that power relations between different groups lead to inequality.
• Symbolic interactionism argues that people construct meaning through interactions with others and interpretations of symbols.
• Symbolic interactionists focus on the meanings individuals give to their actions and interactions with others.
• Social action theory suggests that individuals act according to their own interests and values, but also consider the consequences of their actions on others.
• Social constructionism argues that reality is constructed through social processes and can be changed through collective action.
• Marxist theory focuses on economic class struggle and the exploitation of workers by capitalists.
• Social action theory suggests that individuals act according to their own interests and values, but also take into account the actions of others.
• Postmodernism challenges traditional notions of truth and knowledge, arguing that they are socially constructed and subjective.
• Symbolic interactionism views society as made up of symbols and meanings, which shape our perceptions and interactions with others.
• Feminist perspectives challenge traditional gender roles and examine the impact of patriarchy on women's lives.
• Feminist sociologists challenge traditional gender roles and examine the impact of patriarchy on women's lives.
• Symbolic interactionism views society as made up of symbols and meanings created through interactions among people.
• Functionalism emphasizes how institutions work together to maintain stability in society.
• Symbolic interactionism focuses on the meanings people give to their interactions and how they construct identities through communication.
• Social constructionism challenges traditional ideas about gender roles and sexuality as fixed categories.
• Functionalists believe that society has a purpose or function, while conflict theorists see it as a struggle for power.
• Durkheim argued that suicide rates reflect changes in social integration and regulation.
• Social action theory emphasizes the subjective meanings individuals attach to their actions and how they interact with others.
• Functionalist sociologists believe that society has a purpose or function and that all parts contribute to its overall stability.
• Theory X assumes workers dislike work and need close supervision, while Theory Y sees them as self-motivated and creative.
• Parsons believed that deviance was a result of cultural norms being violated.
• Functionalism focuses on how society functions as a whole rather than individual experiences or perspectives.
• The concept of "dramaturgical" refers to the idea that social life can be seen as a performance or drama, where individuals play roles and use symbolic gestures to communicate meaning.
• Durkheim's functionalist perspective emphasizes the importance of social solidarity and cohesion in maintaining societal stability.
• Goffman's dramaturgy emphasizes the importance of appearances and how they are used to manage impressions and maintain social relationships.
• Feminist sociologists argue that gender roles are socially constructed and perpetuate patriarchy.
• Postmodernism challenges traditional notions of truth and knowledge, emphasizing subjectivity and multiple perspectives.
• Functionalism emphasizes the importance of social institutions and how they contribute to maintaining society's stability and functioning.
• Functionalism emphasizes how society functions as a whole and how different parts contribute to its stability.
• Parsons' structural-functionalist approach views society as a system with interdependent parts working together towards common goals.
• Interactionism explores how individuals interact with one another and create shared understandings of reality.
• Conflict theory highlights power struggles between groups or classes within society.
• Functionalism focuses on the ways society functions and maintains stability, while conflict theory highlights the conflicts and struggles within society.