Functionalism and the new right- Sociology

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What is functionalism?	The theory that all aspects of a society serve a function and are necessary for the survival of that society.
Give 3 key studies for functionalism.	- - -
What is organic analogy? Image: A Hr0c Dov L3d3dy5sa X Zlc2 Np Zw5j Zs5jb20va W1h Z2 Vz L2kv Md Aw Lz A0 Os84 Nz Uvb3 Jp Z2lu Y Wwva H Vt Yw4t Ym9ke S5qc Gc= (image/jpeg)	Organic analogy is the belief that society should work like the human body. Each part doing its own bit to keep the person alive.
What are the strengths of functionalism? Image: Strengths (image/jpeg)	-Encourages family support - Supports correct socialisation of children - Policies increase the welfare of children and families
What are the weakness's of Functionalism? Image: Weakness Canstockphoto10210474 (image/jpeg)	- No recognition of the dark side of the family (eg. domestic abuse) - Hints at Homophobia -Pre-determined society - Inequalities between men and women - Not accepting of new family types (lone parents, same sex or cohabiting couples)
What is the New Right view of family? Image: B0e9c3f00581c850eeb0bfa94fef59d8 Nuclear Family Clipart Clipground Nuclear Family Clipart Black And White 800 660 (image/jpeg)	That the only 'right' and acceptable family type is a nuclear family.
Key studies for the New Right.	- - -

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