Functionalist Theory Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Durkheim
A
Organic analogy - social institutions such as religion and education maintain society’s norms
2
Q
Parsons
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4 Functional Prerequisites -
Goal attainment
Adaptation
Integration
Latent Functions
3
Q
Merton
A
Functionalism ignores dysfunctional latent functions
4
Q
Evaluation
A
Overly deterministic
Ignores conflict in society - Marxists and Feminists
