The study of human behavior and social interaction is what most consider the definition of sociology. Sociologists have identified three main perspectives; Functionalism, Conflict, and Social Interactionism. The Functionalist perspective emphasizes solidarity and stability. The perspective on Conflict focuses on the negative individuals and groups that have difficulty or go to battle with each other over resources that lead to power and wealth. Lastly, Social Interactionism is the way people communicate and act with one another. While I understand Functionalism is essential, the main perspective of society that explains social reality the best is Social Interactionism.
Functionalists view society as a system that works by balance and equilibrium. British social theorist, Herbert Spencer, held an evolutionary perspective concerning social order and social change (13). Spencer believed various interdependent parts work together to ensure the society is stable and survives (13). For example, the law: it has many features, such as police, lawyers, …show more content…
Karl Marx, a German economist and philosopher, stated the past is a continuous conflict between contradicting ideas and forces (10). For example, everyday people compete and focus on the low supply of money, territory, jobs, power, and natural resources. Marx believed through class conflict, social change would occur and make society better (10). In addition, the Conflict Perspective belief is the rich perpetuate an unfair system that works to their advantage, while those at the bottom of society have little opportunity to improve their situation due to those at the top holding all the political and economic power. I don’t believe conflict perspective is true to our society, because people who are lower class should not be equal to the higher
Functionalists view society as a system that works by balance and equilibrium. British social theorist, Herbert Spencer, held an evolutionary perspective concerning social order and social change (13). Spencer believed various interdependent parts work together to ensure the society is stable and survives (13). For example, the law: it has many features, such as police, lawyers, …show more content…
Karl Marx, a German economist and philosopher, stated the past is a continuous conflict between contradicting ideas and forces (10). For example, everyday people compete and focus on the low supply of money, territory, jobs, power, and natural resources. Marx believed through class conflict, social change would occur and make society better (10). In addition, the Conflict Perspective belief is the rich perpetuate an unfair system that works to their advantage, while those at the bottom of society have little opportunity to improve their situation due to those at the top holding all the political and economic power. I don’t believe conflict perspective is true to our society, because people who are lower class should not be equal to the higher