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4-2 Final Project Milestone Three: Blog – Sociological Lenses Angela Hobson Southern New Hampshire University February 2, 2024 SOC 317

The conflict theory asserts that social progress requires the presence of discord and dissension within a society, which opposes the consensus perspective's notion that change is unwelcome and creates instability. Its purpose in sociology was to challenge structural functionalism by advocating for an outlook on societal dynamics rooted in transformation rather than steadiness (Cohen, 2021). While returning home to live with one's parents has traditionally been considered evidence of inability or setbacks such as job loss or divorce among young adults, it is increasingly becoming commonplace due to escalating housing costs and precarious employment conditions; moving back home can be seen as a response aimed at resolving unfavorable situations (Olofsson, 2020). Modern families face various challenges due to their family patterns. In some cases, adult children may lack financial stability and need more time after completing education or starting a new career; thus, living with parents becomes necessary. Such situations could be planned beforehand in certain instances as well. Nevertheless, unexpected life events often make the decision to return home impulsive but indispensable (Spero & Beresin, 2014). In certain cultures, such as those in the Middle East, adult children may return to live with their parents after completing their studies or choose to remain there until they are ready for marriage. The concept of an independent child leaving home is not widely accepted since the primary objective revolves around strengthening familial bonds and ties with the household. Living at home enables offspring to financially conserve while participating in domestic obligations, which leads them towards saving money while garnering social support from family members that works both ways—through affectionate trust and companionship along with shared financial resources and basic chores—resulting in a harmonious family unit overall.

The conflict theory in sociology contradicts the viewpoint of structural functionalism, which suggests that society needs to operate smoothly and with consensus for it to function efficiently (Cohen, 2021). Functionalists advocate for social institutions' crucial role in preserving stability within a community while opposing any significant disruptions. For example, according to functionalist beliefs, individuals who return home after completing their education benefit from family support because families play an essential part in integrating them into their communities by imparting cultural values onto new members. Moreover, integrating these newcomers based on race or socio-economic class is also critical as they can replace aging generations via childbirth rates (Libretexts, n.d). The foundation of symbolic interactionism rests on the notion that individuals can assume certain social roles based on external expectations and form opinions about themselves from their own perspectives (Cohen, 2021). This theory suggests that humans not only comply with predetermined societal norms but also forge new positions when interacting. In essence, people exchange ideas to negotiate shared understandings regarding various situations they confront; this collaboration allows them to construct an agreement as a collective reality using symbols such as language or gestures to grasp each other's actions. Symbolic interactionists assert that the foundation of marital and family relationships is established through agreed-upon interpretations. Regular activities foster a deeper emotional bond between individuals in these relationships. Symbolic practices, like observing holidays or dining together, are significant factors in preserving and reinforcing familial ties based on the perspective of symbolism (Libretexts, n.d).

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Reference Cohen, P. N. (2021, January 01). The Family: Diversity, Inequality, and Social Change, 3 rd Edition. [[VitalSource Bookshelf Version]]. Retrieved from vbk//9780393537239 LibreTexts. (n.d). 12.3C: The Symbolic Interactionist Perspective . Social Science. https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Sociology/ Sociology_(Boundless)/12%3A_Family/ 12.03%3A_Sociological_Perspectives_on_Family/12.3C %3A_The_Symbolic_Interactionist_Perspective Olofsson, J., Sandow, E., Findlay, A., and Malmberg, G. (2020, March 18). Boomerang Behavior and Emerging Adulthood: Moving Back to the Parental Home and the Parental Neighborhood in Sweden. Springer European Journal of Population. PMC PubMed Central. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7642152/ Spero R., & Beresin, G., (2014, March 5). Adult Children Moving Back Home: The Boomerang Generation and the New Normal. The Center for Young Minds. Shining light on mental health through education. https://www.mghclaycenter.org/parenting- concerns/young-adults/adult-children-moving-back-home-boomerang-generation-new- normal/

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