Social disruption
Social Disruption
Social disruption (/ˈsoʊʃəl dɪsˈrʌpʃən/) is a term used in sociology and social psychology to describe a significant alteration or breakdown of the structure and function of a particular social system or society.
Etymology
The term "social disruption" is derived from the Latin word "disruptio", meaning "a breaking asunder". In the context of sociology, it refers to a significant change or disturbance in the social order or structure.
Definition
Social disruption can be defined as a significant alteration or breakdown of the structure and function of a particular social system or society. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including natural disasters, political instability, economic crises, and technological advancements.
Related Terms
- Social Change: This refers to any significant alteration over time in behavior patterns and cultural values and norms.
- Social Order: This is a particular set or system of linked social structures, institutions, relations, customs, values and practices, which conserve, maintain and enforce certain patterns of relating and behaving.
- Social System: This is the patterned series of interrelationships existing between individuals, groups, and institutions and forming a coherent whole.
- Social Structure: This is the distinctive, stable arrangement of institutions whereby human beings in a society interact and live together.
Impact
Social disruption can have both positive and negative impacts on a society. On one hand, it can lead to social progress and innovation. On the other hand, it can lead to social instability, conflict, and inequality.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Social disruption
- Wikipedia's article - Social disruption
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