Asked by Olivia Egede on Jul 02, 2024
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Allport's psychological perspective in the "reality of groups" debate argued that
A) people join groups so rarely that their influence on behavior is minimal.
B) groups can be understood in terms of the psychology of the individual members.
C) groups possess a collective conscious in some cases.
D) suicide is caused by anomie rather than group processes.
E) only primary groups are important to study.
Psychological Perspective
An approach to understanding human behavior and mental processes that involves looking at psychological principles, theories, and research findings.
Allport
Refers to Gordon Allport, a pioneering psychologist known for his theory of personality and the study of prejudice.
Collective Conscious
A set of shared beliefs, ideas, and moral attitudes which operate as a unifying force within society, term coined by sociologist Émile Durkheim.
- Comprehend the actuality of groups in sociological inquiry, in opposition to Durkheim’s uncertainty.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the actuality of groups in sociological inquiry, in opposition to Durkheim’s uncertainty.
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