Symbolic Interactionism Theory: Social Behaviors, Interaction, And Roles

Social norms are the rules of behavior that are acceptable within members of a society. They are acceptable expectations that must be followed by a group or society. Some social norms are flexible according to the environment or situation. These norms also vary within different cultures, social groups, and social classes. Interactions provide the social setting for appropriate behavior and is the basis for the social roles that individuals play as a member of a social group. As each social role is portrayed, a proper behavior must manifest to fit the expectations of that role. These basic terms of social norms, interactions, and roles are associated with the Symbolic Interactionism Theory, which focuses on the actions of an individual and the social interaction that individual contributes to. The framework of the theory is dependent upon the social interactions between individuals and the meaning that is given to their actions.
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Effective parenting is an example of how positive attitudes and interactions attribute to the future behavior of children. For example, Jay’s interactions with his sons, Manny and Joe, can be significant in socializing them and making them aware of what society values are expected so each family member can be a functional role in society. Jay and Gloria’s marriage is also another example of how family structure is diversified and the symbolic meaning of how a married couple behaves and interact. Although this is Jay and Gloria’s second marriages, they still hold positive attitudes towards the symbolism of marriage and commitment to one another. Their love is portrayed on the show as a romantic, partnership that includes trust, family, and respect. The individual within the marriage and both individuals as a couple undertake purposive actions to determine each person’s social