What Is Modernity? How Are Modern Societies Different from Traditional

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Essay

What is modernity? How are modern societies different from traditional societies? Discuss the defining traits of modernity by applying the theories of Tönnies, Durkheim, Weber, and Marx.

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Definitions:

Psychiatrist

A medical doctor specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

Anti-anxiety Medication

Drugs that are used to treat and manage the symptoms of anxiety disorders.

Clinical Psychologist

A clinical psychologist is a professional who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders through psychological techniques and therapies.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation combined with relaxation exercises.