Interactionism Flashcards
1
Q
What is Becker’s ‘Labelling Theory’?
A
we label things in society - come from interactions with one another
2
Q
What can Becker’s ‘labelling’ lead to?
A
self fulfilling prophecy
3
Q
What happens when Becker’s label becomes the most defining aspect of a person?
A
master status
4
Q
What is Cooley’s ‘Looking Glass Self’ theory?
A
labelling is important - we base our identity and how others see us due to labelling
5
Q
How does Cooley’s ‘Looking Glass Self’ theory function?
A
imagining how we appear to others, imagine the judgement of our appearance, develop ourself through the judgement of others
