SOCL 2001 Chapter : OConnell 9/19
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Structure the arrangement of and relations among the parts or elements of something complex(society). Statuses a socially defined position that an individual occupies. Ascribed status status" that are given, i. e. age, sex, race, etc. Achieved status status" that are chosen, i. e. parent, student, etc. Various status for me parent(roles: teacher, caregiver, friend), student(studious, responsible), Male, 28, white, geek , introvert (quiet, less sociable) Roles a set of expectations and behaviors associated with a status. Can show influence of society on individual behavior. Groups a number of people who have something in common. Primary groups personal, small groups; important for socialization. Secondary groups more time, but less personal; important for societal function. In group a social category to which persons feel like like they belong. Out group a group to which people feel they do not belong. Reference groups serve as sources of self-evaluation and influence how we think and act.
