Social Science Theories

Feminism

Concerned with both the equality and equity of both sexes

Results from a long history of gender inequality (men over woman)

Acknowledges the interdependence of different institutions within society

Looks at how each part of the society contributes toward overall stability

Has to meet the needs of individuals, both psychological and physiological

The competition causes social imbalance

The power of different factions determines the social order

Acknowledges the interdependence of different institutions within society

Utilizes reinforcement and punishment to alter behavioral patterns

Observes people who set goals for themselves and what they do in order to achieve it

Theory observes reality from different aspects (all points of view)

Highlights the essences and ability for people to choose their own attributes

Examines the different types of discrimination, whether it be; race,religion,etc

Encourage the understanding of how one individual, interacts with a larger context