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Discussion : Evaluating Sociology and Psychology

This discussion addresses module outcome 1. You have reviewed many readings on sociology and psychology, and have begun to understand the differences between the human as individual and the human as member of a group.

Sociologists examine the how the individual is socialized into society while psychologists address the human psyche as it forms the identity and "self" of the individual, who then looks out onto and interacts with society.

In this discussion, you will evaluate some of these aspects of the two disciplines as well as the similarities in the disciplines' focus upon the individual, group, and society.

Before beginning this activity, be sure to read the module notes and the assigned readings and viewings. Use and cite as much detail from the readings and other learning materials in the module as possible to answer the following three questions:

• In general, how do sociologists and psychologists account for human behavior; in other words, what motivates humans to act within each discipline?

• For many sociologists and psychologists, the individual is not fully independent, but rather a somewhat conformist member of some group whose common identity can come from any manner of attributes (e.g., race, ethnicity, class, gender). Does this proposition strike you as accurate; do you agree with this argument from sociology and psychology? If so, why; if not, why not?

• Based on your own observations and experiences, do humans in groups behave more as a mob, or more as a deliberative and peaceful assembly?

Your initial post should be at least 250 words and must substantively integrate the assigned readings with proper APA style formatting.