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... Pattern Variables One of Parsons's key contributions to our understanding of action is the pattern variables , five dichotomous choices that actors must make in every situation . They are : 1. Affectivity - Affective Neutrality . The ...
... Pattern Variables One of Parsons's key contributions to our understanding of action is the pattern variables , five dichotomous choices that actors must make in every situation . They are : 1. Affectivity - Affective Neutrality . The ...
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... pattern variable involves self - interests versus collectivity interests . Should we pursue our own self - interests or pursue those shared with the collectivity ? In the case of the shoplifting boyfriend , do we ignore the act because ...
... pattern variable involves self - interests versus collectivity interests . Should we pursue our own self - interests or pursue those shared with the collectivity ? In the case of the shoplifting boyfriend , do we ignore the act because ...
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... pattern mainte- nance . Latency refers to the need for a system to furnish , maintain , and renew the motivation of individuals . Pattern maintenance refers more to the need to furnish , maintain , and renew the cultural patterns that ...
... pattern mainte- nance . Latency refers to the need for a system to furnish , maintain , and renew the motivation of individuals . Pattern maintenance refers more to the need to furnish , maintain , and renew the cultural patterns that ...
Contents
Classical Grand Theories | 13 |
Classical Theories of Everyday Life | 42 |
Contemporary Theoretical Portraits of the Social World 1755 | 75 |
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