Compare and Contrast the Approaches to Race Taken by Functionalist

question 26

Essay

Compare and contrast the approaches to race taken by functionalist theory and conflict theory.

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Definitions:

Role Strain

A psychological tension experienced when an individual encounters difficulty in fulfilling multiple requirements of the same role.

Defensive Reactions

Behaviors or responses that individuals exhibit to protect themselves from perceived threats or criticisms.

Anxiety and Defenses

Anxiety refers to a state of unease or apprehension, and defenses are psychological mechanisms that mitigate feelings of anxiety.

Limiting Nature

The inherent constraints or restrictions imposed by physical, psychological, or environmental factors that limit options or potential outcomes.