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Language

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Language is a system of communication used by humans through the use of speech, writin...

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Culture

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that c...

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Socialization

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Socialization is the process through which individuals learn the norms, values, behavi...

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Cultural Universals

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Cultural universals are fundamental traits or practices that are common to all human s...

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Subculture

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition A subculture is a distinct group within a larger culture that shares unique beliefs, v...

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Cultural Lag

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Cultural lag refers to the delay in societal adjustments when technological advancemen...

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Adaptation

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Adaptation refers to the process by which individuals modify their behavior or beliefs...

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Symbol

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition A symbol is an object, action, or idea that represents something else, often carrying ...

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Nonmaterial Culture

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Nonmaterial culture refers to the intangible aspects of a society that include shared ...

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Material Culture

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Material culture refers to the physical objects, artifacts, and built environments cre...

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Cultural Relativism

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Cultural relativism is the idea that a culture's beliefs, practices, and values should...

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Ethnocentrism

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture or ethnic group is superior to othe...

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Culture Shock

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Culture shock refers to the feeling of disorientation or confusion that occurs when so...

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Mores

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Mores are the deeply held customs, behaviors, and beliefs of a society or culture that...

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Folkways

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Folkways are social conventions or customary ways of behaving that are considered appr...

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Critical Thinking

Mind and Method

Definition Critical thinking is a process of analyzing information objectively and systematically...

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Symbolic Interactionism

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Symbolic interactionism is a sociological perspective that focuses on how individuals ...

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Social Norms

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Social norms are the unwritten rules or expectations that guide how people behave in s...

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Anomie

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Anomie is a concept from sociology that describes a state of normlessness or a breakdo...

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Social Cohesion

Sociology Concepts and Theories

Definition Social cohesion refers to the degree of unity, solidarity, and sense of belonging amon...

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