Sociological Theory Drills

How confident are you in applying sociological theory to a case study?

• Very confident

• Somewhat confident

• Not very confident

• Not confident at all

The "Sick Role" is an illustration of which social theory?

• Structural Functionalism

• Symbolic Interaction

• Conflict Theory

Answer explanation

The "Sick Role" assumes that one must fit a narrow criteria in order to be determined as sick.

This includes feeling better after a certain amount of time has lapsed.

Those with chronic diseases do not fit into this criteria.

The never-ending changes made to what is considered "healthy" is an example of

• The Sick Role

• Symbolic Interaction

• Conflict Theory

• Structural Functionalism

What type of theorist is most likely to dispute medical professionals?

• Structural Functionalist

• Symbolic Interactionist

• Conflict Theorist

When Dorothy confronts the doctor about condescending her for being old, sick, and a woman, what type of theory is she applying?

• Conflict Theory

• Structural Functionalism

• Symbolic Interaction

Prior to this, Dr. Budd assumed she wasn't sick because he did not have the answer. Sophia told her to stop wearing makeup because she probably didn't look "sick enough". What kind of theory are these two applying?

• Structural Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

• Symbolic Interaction

Dorothy finds alliance with another doctor that believes her and refers her to one that treats her. What is this an example of?

• Structural Functionalism

• Symbolic Interaction

• Conflict Theory

Our ideas of "healthy" are constantly changing. Examples include changing the BMI expectations for obesity, whether eggs are good for us, and changing the food pyramid to "my plate". What is this an example of?

• Symbolic Interaction

• Structural Functionalism

• Conflict Theory

What are some advantages to taking a structural functionalist approach to health?