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Understanding Structural Functionalism

Structural-functionalism is a theoretical framework that views society as a complex system where various parts work together to promote stability and solidarity. Key contributors include Herbert Spencer, who likened society to a human body, and Emile Durkheim, who emphasized the interdependence of social institutions. Robert Merton further developed the theory by introducing the concepts of manifest and latent functions to analyze the consequences of social structures.

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Understanding Structural Functionalism

Structural-functionalism is a theoretical framework that views society as a complex system where various parts work together to promote stability and solidarity. Key contributors include Herbert Spencer, who likened society to a human body, and Emile Durkheim, who emphasized the interdependence of social institutions. Robert Merton further developed the theory by introducing the concepts of manifest and latent functions to analyze the consequences of social structures.

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Structural -

Functionalism
Introduction

Definition

"a framework for building theory that sees


society as a complex system whose parts
work together to promote solidarity and
stability".
Introduction

Question:

What is your contribution to


your family ?
Autho
rs

Herbert Spencer Emile Durkheim Robert Merton


• Herbert Spencer

Early influence on functionalism, he


compared society to a human body, where
each part ( social institutions) works in
harmony with another, to maintain the
whole.
• Emile Durkheim
Society is a complex system of interrelated and
interdependent parts, each with specific functions
that contributes to the the overall stability and
equilibrium of the whole system
— macro level view
He is the creator of structural-functionalism
Functi
ons
Socialization — Social institutions like family, education and
religion play a crucial role in transmitting societal
values,norms, and belief to individuals.

Social Control — Social structures, including legal systems,


law enforcement, and even cultural norms help to regulate
behavior and maintain social order.

Provision of Basic Needs — Social institutions like the


Functi
ons
Goal Attainment— Societies need to establish and pursue
collective goals, such as economic growth, sociel progress, or
national security.

Integration— Social institutions needs to be integrated and


functions together to maintain social cohesion and stability.

Latent and Manifest Functions — Social process can have both


intended (manifest) and unintended ( latent) consequences.
• Robert Merton
Introduced the concept of manifest and latent
functions, which analyze both the intended
and unintended consequences of social
structures and actions
Society
Social Facts Institution
s

External factors or Structures created


social forces that to meet the
unconsciously needs of people
affect people
Social Facts Institutions
Structural —
Functionalism

Thank
you
very
Presented by Agolito, Cris Joryl

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