Social Science

Sociology, anthropology and psychology are studies, theories and ideas involved the study of humankind. More often than not, the individual studies of either subject overlap slightly into one or the other. Therefore, they are the trinity to the study of…
Read more

Evolution designed males and females to be different so that they could both contribute great gifts for life. Males and females are different primarily for the continuation of their species.  Females have the ability to conceive, give birth and nurture…
Read more

A new discovery has been unearthed in Mexico City beneath an apartment building: an ancient burial ground for dogs. According to National Geographic, it was the result of an ongoing archaeological dig, conducted in the neighborhood of “Azcapotzalco, in the…
Read more

The difference between the nuclear family and the extended family is that a nuclear family refers to a single basic family unit of parents and their children, whereas the extended family refers to their relatives, as well – such as…
Read more

Sigmund Freud’s dream buffet fed a long list of disciples in his early years. But later at one of his last suppers Alfred Adler decided to skip the meal. While still claiming to be an insufferable admirer of Freud’s psychoanalysis…
Read more

The process of developing a social self is almost synonymous with having an identity. When members of a particular social group interact in meaningful ways, they synergize influences that shape the extent of sameness that is shared. Consequently, the interaction…
Read more

Dance influences culture. Can you believe it ? Imagine the opposite: your culture is not impacted by dance. Or even you have a culture but you do not dance. Perhaps you hate dancing ?. The absence of dance will not alter…
Read more

There are many theories regarding Ego and its role in human behavior. In studying defense mechanisms and identification, in particular, it is imperative to understand the observations and theories of Sigmund Freud as his Psychoanalytical approach remains influential in the…
Read more

“Because, we’re the same person,” the famous line that twisted the whole plot of the 1999 hit blockbuster “Fight Club” awed many people including myself. For some reason, the thought of having two completely different identities still amazes me today….
Read more

Social Disengagement Theory was formulated in the early 1960’s by social scientists Elaine Cumming and William Henry.  They published their influential work, “Growing Old,” in 1961.  “Growing Old” was based on a study conducted by researchers from the University of…
Read more