Chapter 1: Have Strong Faith

Vocabulary terms and definitions focusing on the role of strong faith, family connections, and mechanical solidarity.

Mechanical solidarity

A form of solidarity which is shaped by a sense of who we are, rooted in being connected to family, community, and neighborhood.

Isolated

The state of being disconnected, occurring when individuals lack strong faith and do not have strong ties with their family.

Strong faith

A protective belief or conviction that keeps individuals from falling apart internally even when jobs are not working out and life circumstances are falling apart.