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General sociology

General terms relating to the study of society.

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new social movements

Sociology; General sociology

Organized collective activities that promote autonomy and self-determination as well as improvements in the quality of life.

new religious movement (NRM) or cult

Sociology; General sociology

A generally small, secretive religious group that represents either a new religion or a major innovation of an existing faith.

neocolonialism

Sociology; General sociology

Continuing dependence of former colonies on foreign countries.

negotiation

Sociology; General sociology

The attempt to reach agreement with others concerning some objective.

negotiated order

Sociology; General sociology

A social structure that derives its existence from the social interactions through which people define and redefine its character.

urbanism

Sociology; General sociology

Distinctive patterns of social behavior evident among city residents.

urban ecology

Sociology; General sociology

An area of study that focuses on the interrelationships between people and their environment.

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