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Define functionalism |
Functionalism is a system of thinking based on the ideologies of emile durkheim that studies society from a large scale perspective Society is made up of interdependent parts that create a society |
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Which two social structures does functionalism entail and describe |
Social facts - this is the way of thinking and acting formed by society Social institutions- these are institutions that carry out specific functions to cater the needs of society to maintain equilibrium |
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Criticisms of functionalism |
Lacks an explanation of social change Ignores conflict It assumes that there is a value consensus in all societies |
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