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How far is it possible to argue that human beings are the puppets of society?
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How far is it possible to argue that human beings are the puppets of society? Sociologists have long argued about whether or not we are controlled by the structure of the society in which we live, in other words, are we or are we not 'puppets of society'. Social structure theorists such as Functionalists and conflict theorists like Marxists, believe that we are 'puppets' and that our behaviour is controlled by the structure of the society in which we live. Both theories suggest that people are controlled by society but this argument is opposed by social action theorists such as Symbolic Interactionists who believe that society is created by the individuals themselves. To show far it can be argued that human beings are 'puppets of society' this essay will look at functionalism and social control through the family, Marxism and social control within the education system and then look at the...
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