What are Social Roles?

The video discusses social roles, their importance in society, and how they guide expectations. It explores role conflict, where multiple roles lead to conflicting expectations, and role strain, where a single role causes internal conflict. Examples include gender roles in professions and cultural challenges faced by minorities. The concept of role exit is introduced, detailing the process of leaving a role central to one's identity. The video concludes by highlighting the dual impact of social roles on individuals and society.

What is a key function of social roles in society?

• To promote individualism

• To eliminate social structures

• To guide expectations and behaviors

• To create confusion among individuals

What is an example of role conflict?

• A teacher grading papers

• A student choosing a major

• A manager dealing with friends as subordinates

• A doctor treating patients

Why might female police officers experience role conflict?

• Because of low pay

• Due to insufficient physical strength

• Because of lack of training

• Due to societal expectations of women

What is role strain?

• An abundance of roles to choose from

• A lack of roles in society

• A single role causing conflicting demands

• A conflict between two roles

What is the first stage of role exit?

• Creation of a new identity

• Acceptance

• Doubt

• Departure

How do material objects play a role in identity transition?

• They are kept as memories

• They are discarded immediately

• They symbolize the new identity

• They are irrelevant to identity

What is a dual nature of social roles?

• They are always negative

• They are always positive

• They have both positive and negative effects

• They are neutral