Functionalism

What is Parsons organic analogy?

• Organisms are self regulating systems of inter-related interdependent parts like society- organs/cells vs institutions (education system, family) + roles (teacher, mother)

• Organisms and society both have basic needs- nutrition vs socialisation

• Organisms and society both have functions- circulatory system (nutrients + oxygen) vs economy (food/shelter)

How does Parsons argue a shared culture is achieved?

Central value system provides framework to allow individuals to cooperate by laying down rules about how they should behave + what others expect of them = value consensus = glue that holds society together

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