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stock · **on:** Jul 1, 2018

Explain how symbolic interactionism differs from structural functionalism and conflict theory, and why sociologists using those theories may also use symbolic interactionism.

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Question 2

Influenza, alcoholism, and pneumonia are related to living in impoverished conditions.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

cswans24 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 1, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Structural functionalism and conflict theory both focus on social structures, while symbolic interactionism focuses on the relationship between the individual and social structures and shared meanings. Symbolic interactionism may be included in order to explore the more subjective aspects of the problem under study.

Answer to Question 2

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