Disciplines in the Social Sciences

A collection of flashcards covering key concepts, figures, and ideas from the disciplines in social sciences.

What does sociology study?

Sociology studies society and human relationships.

Who is considered the father of sociology?

Auguste Comte is known as the father of sociology.

What does demography analyze?

Demography studies populations statistically, focusing on birth and death rates, migration, and life expectancy.

What is the focus of anthropology?

Anthropology studies human culture and evolution.

Who founded demography?

John Graunt is considered the founder of demography.

What does psychology investigate?

Psychology investigates the human mind and behavior.

What is geography about?

Geography studies the physical characteristics of the Earth and how these characteristics affect human societies.

What is the focus of economics?

Economics is about how wealth is used and managed.

Name a key figure associated with behaviorism in psychology.

John Watson is a key figure associated with behaviorism.

What is the historical significance of historiography?

Historiography is the writing of history, evidenced in ancient records like cuneiform and hieroglyphics.

What are the important areas of study within cultural anthropology?

Cultural anthropology focuses on culture and employs ethnographic methods to understand cultural features.