Social theory

Hume Versus Social Contract Theory Hume states that “some other foundation of government” than the consent of the governed “must also be admitted.” In this essay, I will first outline Hume’s arguments against the social contract theory, then I will evaluate it by stating the reasons why people agree with Hume, and finally how I still believe Hume’s argument is not persuasive. The social contract theory states that the legitimacy of the government depends on our consent (Friend, 2015). Hume…

Question One Part (A) Exchange theory in social marketing proposed that social behave is a result of and process of exchange. This process of exchange purpose is maximizing benefits and lowering the costs down. According to exchange theory, people weigh the benefits and risks of a social-relationship. People will terminate the relationship if the risks outweigh the rewards. Social exchange theory is essentially concerned about taking benefits and lowering the cost to indicate if the…

What is social identity theory? The title is the question that everyone asks. So, to answer that question, the meaning of the theory is an “interactionist social psychological theory of the role of self-conception and associated cognitive processes and social beliefs in group processes and intergroup relations” (Hogg, 2016). In basic definition, it means how someone identifies themselves in a group setting or a particular group and not in another. Knowing the meaning to the theory is just half…

Holland’s theory is based on the idea that career choices are an expression of personality. Holland’s theory assumes that individuals can be categorized into a combination of six personality types: realistic, investigative, artistic, social, enterprising, or conventional; environments can also fit into one of these six types. Each personality and environment type have themes related to interests, work activities, potential skills, and values. Based on this, Holland theorizes that individuals of…

Social identity is a person’s sense of who he is based on his social group membership. Social identity theory is a theoretical framework developed by Tajfel for the study of intergroup relations. The theory is based on the assumption that people want to improve their self-image through enhancing their self-esteem. The group people belong to is a source of self-esteem. The group people chose to belong to gave them their social identity and a sense of belonging. In order to improve the image of…

Integrative Theory Paper It is important for social workers to hold, in high regard, all social work practice principles and values defined by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). When thinking about how I, as a social worker, will integrate my personal values with social work theoretical models and social work practice principles, the values or principles that I personally tend to put more emphasis on are: dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, and…

to enact changes by helping at risk or minority youth and students but in different ways. Before they can be successful there has to be a way of making sure there is a set of steps for them to follow in order to reach this goal. Social change theories are what give social changes the structure or it’s backbone allowing it to make some actual progress to achieve their goals. There has to be a sense of communication between those who are helping and those who are going to be helped. Communication…

and Erich Fromm’s Psychoanalytic Social Theory Psychoanalytic theory according to Karen Horney's psychoanalytic is about the cultural and social conditions, it began during childhood time, and she believe it has a significant effect on one’s personality. Similar with many other psychoanalysis, Horney also believe a lot of Sigmund’s observations and his finding, but she objected to most of his interpretations, including his notions on feminine psychology (Theories of Personality, 2017).…

Social workers applying theory into their ordinary situation is helpful when working alongside clients, who may be facing a difficult time. Theories provide social workers with the knowledge of an individual 's situation, relationship, surroundings, and needs. Applying theories can initiate vital information about the individual and enable social workers to provide support networks to ensure their client 's safety and well-being is taken care off. For instance, ecological perspective and…

option with deliberating his choice. When he deliberates, he is considering moral implications of his actions. Although the Rational theory is not connected to the social control theory, it is…