I identify as a transsexual but I cannot deny there is a little of the TV, CD and TG in me as well. I also believe that many CD's try to align themselves with the transsexual population; almost as if it is a badge of honour. It isn't. The fact is that living as a TS can be hell. So, let's start with the transsexual.
Unformatted text preview: Conflict perspective Theoretical perspective that focuses on those forces in society that promote competition and change Interactionist perspective A sociological approach that generalizes about everyday forms of social interaction in order to explain society as a whole.
Ideology: Individuals within a society must recognize something that transcends themselves. Functionalists say that religion performs this function. Conflict theorists believe that religion suppresses dissatisfaction with the provisions of society. 4. Economy: Societies must provide for the distribution of goods and services. Functionalists point out that families used to perform most of the functions that are now provided by industry. Conflict theorists claim that all existing economies serve to separate the haves from the have-nots. 5. Polity: There must be a way to preserve order, both internally and externally.