Lecture #1 Flashcards

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What’s the definition of sociology?

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A way to see thr world beyond ourselves.
Study of how society works

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What are personal troubles

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-Private problems such as job loss or relation ship issues.
-1 Person being unemployed

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What are public issues?

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Social problems stemming from structural causes like economic or social inequality.
1,000,000 unemployed people

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What’s the sense of being trapped?

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Individuals often feel trapped when unable to link personal struggles to a larger social force causing disorientation.

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What are effects of a social change?

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Rapid social changes and technological advancements contribute to feelings of powerlessness and confusion

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What is social immigration

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The study of how immigration affects people and society
I.e how newcomers adapt to a new country

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