Question 1(a) · 10 marks · 178 words written
How is Sociological approach to human actions different from that of psychological approach?
Opening
o Sociological approach to human action was seen in the works of Max Weber and Parsons.
Body · points and prose
Psychological approach sees no distinction between human action and behaviour. For them any action which is performed is social action.
In [sociological] approach as given by Weber: 'social action' is any action to which an individual attaches meaning and it takes into account the reaction of others, thereby oriented in its course.
Differences between the two is following:
| Sociological approach | Psychological approach |
|---|---|
| 1. sees a difference between action and behaviour. | 1. sees no difference between action and behaviour. Sees action and behaviour as interrelated. |
| 2. It is limited by its orientation to others | 2. No such limitation |
| 3. Action should has meaning attached to it . | 3. Four condition. |
- Actor should be member of society.
- Should be guided by norms and values.
- Goal oriented.
- Involvement of energy. |
Close · a summary
This although different, both the theorys has helped in sociology.