Structural Functionalism Theory

Question 1

Structural Functionalism Theory is used to explain how _________ are set up

Answer 1

societies

Question 2

something about _______ and those ________ have ________

Answer 2

structures, functions

Question 3

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

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components, functions of those components, interrelatedness

Question 4

BP: structural functionalism theory is a _____ theory

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socioecological

Question 5

BP: this socioecological theory is about the ______ and _______ of organized units

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structure, functioning

Question 6

BP: the primary unit of focus in this theory is

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societies and their individuals

Question 7

BP: organizing units typically have a ___________ as well as a ___________

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structure, function

Question 8

BP: this theory can be used for:

a. people
b. families
c. communities
d. societies
e. many other levels
f. all of the above

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f. all of the above

Question 9

This theory helps to explain ___________within________, their ___________, ____________, as well as how ___________________________

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processes within families, structures, functions, contribute to society

Question 10

Institutions are parts of ______

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societies

Question 11

Families are tied to what

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legal/educational systems

Question 12

systems are all ?

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tied together

Question 13

Key figures:

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emile durkheim (french sociologist), herbert spencer (evolution)

Question 14

this theory has a _______ epistemology

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positivist

Question 15

structural functionalism theory has a positivist worldview with an assumption that

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family has an important function to society

Question 16

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

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Holism of social systems

Question 17

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

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Interrelated social systems contribute to social order

Question 18

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

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Shared values and norms create stable, societies

Question 19

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.

Answer 19

Social stability or change occurs overtime

Question 20

KC: is a disconnect between the cultural goals of a society and means available for individuals to chief cultural goals

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Deviance

Question 21

KC: the process, whereby the cultural goals that all society members are pressured to achieve or live up to produce ——-

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strain

Question 22

KC: structural functionalism has two primary —— within a family, expressive and instrumental

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roles

Question 23

KC: roles- what is an expressive role

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A rule that is typically associated with women, it tends to the emotional needs the family and its members

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KC: role- Intrumental

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Instrumental is a role more for the men, and it tends to the tangible needs of the family

Question 25

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.

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solidarity

Question 26

What provides a sense of belonging and purpose to individuals and is essential for society to function?

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solidarity

Question 27

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.

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Interrelated Systems

Question 28

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?

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Interrelated systems

Question 29

this theory argues that change is a :

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slow and gradual process, and changes effect the entire system

Question 30

families that fight change or more likely to be __________ then families who embrace it

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dysfunctional

Question 31

different families have different values based on the area that they

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lived in

Question 32

What has been a strategy for survival?

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mobility

Question 33

why do cities want their original families to come back after they receive higher education?

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Because higher education means opportunities for higher-paying jobs, which intern gives the city more taxes, raising its value

Question 34

Families are connected to

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legal systems

Question 35

different demands of society change family ________ and ______

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behavior, denfiniton

Question 36

unc or uncle is a universal label meaning

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everyone