Structural Functional Theory

Definition

Structural Functional Theory is a sociological perspective that views society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability. It emphasizes the importance of social structures and their functions in maintaining the social order.

Related terms

Social Institutions:

These are complex sets of norms and behaviors organized around the preservation of a basic societal value.

Social Norms:

Rules that dictate the standard behavior expected from members of a group or society.

Social Order:

The arrangement of practices and behaviors on which society’s members base their daily lives, maintained through established processes and institutions