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General sociology

General terms relating to the study of society.

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cultural pluralism

Sociology; General sociology

The more or less peaceful coexistence of multiple subcultures within a given society.

cultural transmission

Sociology; General sociology

The socialization process whereby the norms and values of the group are internalized by individuals.

cultural universals

Sociology; General sociology

Values or practices shared by all human cultures.

culture

Sociology; General sociology

The values, norms and material goods shared by a given group.

culture of poverty

Sociology; General sociology

The view that the poor have a different value system that contribute to their poverty.

custodial care

Sociology; General sociology

Occurs when the focus of health care is on the needs of the institution (convenience, efficiency) rather than on the needs of the patient.

demographic transition

Sociology; General sociology

A stabilization of population level in industrial society once a certain level of economic prosperity has been reached.

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