Social Problems

Running Head : SOCIAL PROBLEMS

Social Problems

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Social Problems

PART ONE

Merton - Robert Merton is one of the proponents of functionalism Therefore , his sociological ideologies and theories are concerned about the relationship between and function of society and its members . Among Merton 's contributions to sociology , his concept of anomie is one of the most popular . This particular theory relates that a clash between the social structure and culture is a possible cause for deviant behavior (Rosenfeld , 2007

Parsons - He

was well known for advancing structural functionalism which focuses on the functions of society according to its classification or . Parsons eventually became involved with the application of sociology across disciplines such as medicine , economics , and such Parsons look into the interrelationship between various disciplines in to improve the field of the social sciences (Mayhew , 1982

Functionalist Perspective - It is a social paradigm that aims to interpret the dynamics of society , such that social interaction takes place to provide for the needs of society . The view of functionalism perceives society as a network of interdependent individuals and groups that have specific functions to maintain the endurance of society as a living organism (Cliff 's Notes , 2008

Social Disorganization - It refers to a particular state of society wherein existing social conventions or policies do not influence the actions , behaviors , and way of thinking of its members . It reveals neglect on societal norms and mores resulting to deviance and consequently to social conflict and societal break down (Encyclopedia Britannica , 2008

Feminization of Poverty - It is a social phenomenon that gives proof to gender inequalities in poverty . This concept reveals that the majority of the population of the poor is composed by women as compared to the smaller population of males . This phenomenon was discovered to be caused by unequal rights and opportunities granted to the female populating stunting their inclination to improve their quality of life (Thibos Loucks Martin , 2007

Social Stratification - It is a means of classifying or structuring society based on various decisive factors . These factors may include ranking or stratifying individuals according to age , gender socio-economic status , level of education , and such (Bergel , 1962

Institutional Discrimination - As opposed to individual discrimination this occurs within the environment of any institutions . Discriminatory behavior is exhibited by the institution as a whole , regardless of the views of its members . Discrimination within the institution is observed in its structural operations and practices (Freeman , 2008

Racism - A term that explains undesirable behavior , perception , or assumptions of other people . Racism is a form of hate motivated by biases toward other people , such as loathing individuals because of their ethnicity , religion , culture , and such (ADL , 2008

Theory of Racial Formation - Elucidates how racial groups are formed . By focusing on socio-historical evidences , structure of society , political functions and environment , culture and way of life , and such , the nature , structure , and dimensions of racial groups are determined Moreover , sociologists look into the bond or connection between members of the society which leads...