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Functionalism Group 3
Functionalism Group 3
Function
Functionalism
Proponents of Functional Theory
Associating functional theory in the
society
Social Cohesion and Integration
Structural Functionalism
Also called structural functional theory, it is a
framework/perspective in sociology that sees society as a
complex system whose parts work together to promote
solidarity and stability.
Addresses society as a whole in terms of the function of
its constituent elements namely: norms, customs,
traditions, and institutions.
States that what keeps the society together is the functions
of parts.
Social Structure
o Are the relatively stable patterns of social behaviour.
o Functionalism asserts that our lives are guided by Social
Structures.
o Each social structure has social function.
Social Function
o It is the consequences for the operation of society as a
whole.
o Education, for example, has several important functions in a
society, such as socialization, learning, and Social placement.
Types of Social Function
Manifest Function
o Are consequences of social processes that are seen
or anticipated. (intended and commonly recognized
consequences)
Social dysfunction
oAny undesirable consequences that distrupt the
operation of society.
oFor example, the social dysfunction of education includes
not getting good grades, a job, etc.
Proponents of Functional Theory
Emile Durkheim (1858-1917)