The Theory of Symbolic Interactionism Was Developed By

question 124

Multiple Choice

The theory of symbolic interactionism was developed by:

• A) the Chicago School of sociology.
• B) the National Opinion Research Center.
• C) midcentury structural functionalists.
• D) the scientific method.
• E) Northwestern University.

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Definitions:

Allport's Conditions

Criteria identified by psychologist Gordon Allport that facilitate positive contact between groups, including equal status, common goals, and institutional support.

Deindividuation

A psychological state of decreased self-evaluation and decreased evaluation apprehension causing antinormative and disinhibited behavior.

Hostility Between Groups

Negative attitudes and aggressive actions directed from one group towards another, often stemming from prejudices or conflict over resources or values.

Arbitration

A method of dispute resolution in which an impartial third party, the arbitrator, makes a decision to resolve a dispute.