MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach) Psychology and Sociology Theories
Oct 30, 2025
Delve into the fascinating world of psychology and sociology as essential theories are unraveled. Explore functionalism and conflict theory, shedding light on societal structures and power dynamics. Discover symbolic interactionism and its impact on doctor-patient relationships, along with the significance of feminist theory in healthcare. Uncover how emotions are shaped by various theories, including the James-Lange and Cannon-Bard frameworks. Equip yourself with motivational theories to better understand behavior and their relevance in medical contexts.
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Society As A System Of Functions
- Functionalism treats society like a body where institutions maintain equilibrium.
- Manifest functions are intended benefits and latent functions are unintended beneficial side effects.
Apply Functionalism To Medicine
- Use functionalism to frame medicine as maintaining societal equilibrium.
- Cite manifest roles like curing and latent roles like preserving an efficient labor force when analyzing healthcare.
Power Shapes Social Order
- Conflict theory focuses on power differentials and resource control across groups.
- Karl Marx framed class conflict between bourgeoisie owners and proletariat workers as central to societal change.