Question

Parsons's theory of an overarching social system guiding the individuals, groups, and social institutions of society would become known as __________.

Answer 1

Talcott Parsons was the father of the theory of structural-functionalism. His theories posited that there was an often unseen set of circumstances guiding all the aspects of society. All the parts of society work together in a functional whole as way of promoting stability among its members.