PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

SOCIAL THEORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Differences in meaning of symbols for both sender and receiver result to misunderstanding.
A
Conflict theory
B
Structural-Functional
C
Symbolic interaction
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A denotative barrier is a difference in the definition or meaning of a word used by the sender and receiver. Ultimately, the sender and receiver don’t agree on the meaning of a word and so they encounter some miscommunication.

Detailed explanation-2: -Definition: The Semantic Barriers refers to the misunderstanding between the sender and receiver arising due to the different meanings of words, and other symbols used in the communication.

Detailed explanation-3: -Conflict theory emphasizes the role of power struggles between different groups in shaping society. Originating from the ideas of Karl Marx, this theory sees societal change as the result of conflict between a dominant group and a subordinate group.

Detailed explanation-4: -When the institution fails to function another institution ought to come in to perform the function for the stability of society. A new society comes as a result of the resolution of the clash between the powers that be and the workers. Two opposing sides are welcomed. This paves the way to change.

Detailed explanation-5: -The three major sociological theories that new students learn about are the interactionist perspective, the conflict perspective, and the functionalist perspective. And each has its own distinct way of explaining various aspects of society and the human behavior within it.

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