Why Have Some Sociologists Criticized Talcott Parsons's Notion of the Sick

question 52

Multiple Choice

Why have some sociologists criticized Talcott Parsons's notion of the sick role?

• A) Sociologists have done away with the theoretical use of the term role in analysis.
• B) The sick role cannot be applied across all contexts, cultures, and historical periods.
• C) Functionalist approaches are no longer studied in sociology.
• D) They believe that all sick people should be held personally responsible for his or her poor health.

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