The Functionalist Perspective Studies the Structural Elements of Society

question 21

Multiple Choice

The functionalist perspective studies the structural elements of society. This perspective reflects a _______________ approach.

• A) macro
• B) micro
• C) latent
• D) manifest

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Definitions:

Gender Neutral Contexts

Environments or situations that do not presuppose gender distinctions, allowing for inclusivity and avoidance of gender bias.

Freudian Terms

Concepts and theories proposed by Sigmund Freud that relate to psychosexual development, personality, and the unconscious mind.

Psychological Energy

A theoretical concept referring to the use of mental resources or drive to perform tasks, involving processes like motivation, attention, and effort.

Ego

In Freudian theory, the mental structure that develops out of the id as the infant is forced by reality to cope with the social world. The ego mediates between the id and the social world, allowing children to control and regulate behavior.