Studies that can be used in Functionalist Analysis of Youth Cultures Flashcards
What did Durkheim believe?
Individuals had a biological tendency to be selfish so society must regulate this behaviour
How did Parsons see the youth stage?
Saw youth as possibly stressful as they must become independent
What concept did Eisenstadt create?
Limbo
What is Limbo?
Uncertain time where youths may feel stress
Who said that youth culture acts as a bridge from childhood to adulthood?
Parsons
What does Hirschi say about deviant youth cultures?
Most youths aren’t deviant due to social bonds like family members
What did Merton say society provides people with?
Society provides life goals like earning money
Who was Cohen inspired by? What did he suggest?
Inspired by Mertons work. Suggested some deviance was not economically motivated but for excitement
