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Theoretical Perspectives

Theoretical Perspectives. Functionalism. Emphasizes the contributions made by each part of society (an integrated whole) Changes in one part of society affect the whole Societies return to normalcy/stability after upheaval- changes are absorbed into society. Functionalism.

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Theoretical Perspectives

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  1. Theoretical Perspectives

  2. Functionalism • Emphasizes the contributions made by each part of society (an integrated whole) • Changes in one part of society affect the whole • Societies return to normalcy/stability after upheaval- changes are absorbed into society

  3. Functionalism • Manifest functions: intended and recognized • Latent functions: unintended and unrecognized • Dysfunction: negative consequence of functions • Cooperation in society is the result of consensus on values

  4. Conflict Perspective • Emphasizes conflict, competition, change and constraint • Groups compete to maintain their own interests and values • Power = the ability to control the behavior of others • Changes occur when power shifts

  5. Symbolic Interactionism • Emphasizes the interactions among people based on mutually understood symbols • Groups exist only because their members influence each other’s behavior • Symbol= something that is used to mean something else • Groups use symbols to establish understanding

  6. Symbolic Interactionism • We learn the meaning of symbols from the way we see others responding to it. • Once learned, we base our behavior on them. • We use meanings of symbols to imagine how others will respond to our behavior- to guide our interactions.

  7. Symbolic Interactionism • Presentation of Self/ Impression Management • Calculating behavior/symbols to get desired reaction

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