Related disciplines that study various aspects of human social behavior

The observable facts or events that involve human society.

A Frenchman and the father of sociology; believed social behavior needed to be studied scientifically; coined the term sociology.

An Englishwoman who conducted early sociological studies in Britain and the United States; one of the first "feminists;" best known for translating Comte's work into English

A German scholar who emphasized the role conflict plays in social change; coined terms bourgeoisie and proletariat, predicted class conflict.

Developed the concept of the ideal type, a model against which social reality can be measured; influenced the development of the interactionist perspective.

Used community studies to underscore the significance of race in American society; believed that sociologists should be involved in social reform as well as academic study.

His study of suicide was groundbreaking, he believed suicide was not just an individual problem but a social problem, he coined terms mechanical/organic solidarity.

She co-founded Hull House in Chicago's slums, she focused on immigrants, the sick, poor, and aged, she received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.

The sole survivor of 9 children, he was pressured as a child, academically, compared society to a human body, Social Darwinism

Views society as a set of interrelated parts that work together to produce a stable social system.

Focuses on the forces in society that promote competition and change.

Focuses on how individuals interact with one another in society.

Marginalized groups are often

TRUE or FALSE? Good sociology can help us to create good public policy.