Sociological Theory

1. structure The organized patterns of relationships and institutions that form the backbone of a society.
4. A theoretical perspective that emphasizes the role of economic and class relationships in shaping social reality, and that seeks to understand and critique the systemic inequalities that result from capitalism
5. The process by which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their society.
8. A condition in which the social norms and values that guide behavior are unclear or conflicting.
11. The process by which society becomes increasingly organized and efficient, often at the expense of individual autonomy and creativity.
12. A theoretical perspective that emphasizes the importance of symbols and social interactions in shaping individual identity and behavior.
13. A theoretical perspective that seeks to understand and address the systematic inequalities between men and women in society, and that advocates for gender equality.

2. The struggle between individuals or groups over resources, power, or status.
3. The systematic inequalities between different groups of people, whether based on class, race, gender, or other characteristics.
6. The idea that cultural practices and beliefs must be evaluated on their own terms, rather than according to the standards of another culture.
7. A theoretical perspective that emphasizes the ways in which social institutions and practices contribute to the overall stability and functioning of society.
9. A political and social movement that emerged in the late 20th century, and that emphasizes traditional values, free-market economics, and a limited role for government in society.
10. A theoretical perspective that critiques modernism and emphasizes the role of power, subjectivity, and ambiguity in shaping social reality, and that challenges traditional categories and assumptions about social life.