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Forms of activity and interpersonal relations in sociology
Sociology

Sociology is a branch of the social sciences that uses systematic methods of Empiricism and critical theory to develop and refine a body of knowledge about human social structure and activity, sometimes with the goal of applying such knowledge to the pursuit of social welfare....
 can be described as follows: first and most basic are animal
Animal

Animals are a major group of multicellular, eukaryotic organisms of the Kingdom Animalia or Metazoa. Their body plan eventually becomes fixed as they develop, although some undergo a process of metamorphosis later on in their life....
-like behavior
Behavior

Behavior or behaviour refers to the action s or reactions of an object or organism, usually in Relational theory to the environment. Behavior can be conscious or Unconscious mind, overt or covert, and voluntary or involuntary....
s, i.e. various physical movements of the body. Then there are action
Action (philosophy)

In philosophy, action has developed into a sub-field called philosophy of action. Action is what an Agency can do.For example, throwing a ball is an instance of action; it involves an intention, a goal, and a bodily movement guided by the agent....
s - movements with a meaning and purpose. Then there are social behavior
Social behavior

In biology, psychology and sociology social behavior is behavior directed towards society, or taking place between, members of the same species....
s, which are addressed towards other people, and social actions, which further require a response from another person. Next are social contact
Social contact

Social contact is a pair of social actions with no further consequence - i.e. it is not likely to be repeated. It can sometimes be described as an accidental social interaction....
s, a pair of social actions, which form the beginning of social interaction
Social interaction

Social interaction is a dynamic, changing sequence of social actions between individuals who modify their actions and reactions according to those of their interaction partner....
s.






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Forms of activity and interpersonal relations in sociology
Sociology

Sociology is a branch of the social sciences that uses systematic methods of Empiricism and critical theory to develop and refine a body of knowledge about human social structure and activity, sometimes with the goal of applying such knowledge to the pursuit of social welfare....
 can be described as follows: first and most basic are animal
Animal

Animals are a major group of multicellular, eukaryotic organisms of the Kingdom Animalia or Metazoa. Their body plan eventually becomes fixed as they develop, although some undergo a process of metamorphosis later on in their life....
-like behavior
Behavior

Behavior or behaviour refers to the action s or reactions of an object or organism, usually in Relational theory to the environment. Behavior can be conscious or Unconscious mind, overt or covert, and voluntary or involuntary....
s, i.e. various physical movements of the body. Then there are action
Action (philosophy)

In philosophy, action has developed into a sub-field called philosophy of action. Action is what an Agency can do.For example, throwing a ball is an instance of action; it involves an intention, a goal, and a bodily movement guided by the agent....
s - movements with a meaning and purpose. Then there are social behavior
Social behavior

In biology, psychology and sociology social behavior is behavior directed towards society, or taking place between, members of the same species....
s, which are addressed towards other people, and social actions, which further require a response from another person. Next are social contact
Social contact

Social contact is a pair of social actions with no further consequence - i.e. it is not likely to be repeated. It can sometimes be described as an accidental social interaction....
s, a pair of social actions, which form the beginning of social interaction
Social interaction

Social interaction is a dynamic, changing sequence of social actions between individuals who modify their actions and reactions according to those of their interaction partner....
s. Social interactions in turn form the basis of social relation
Social relation

Social relation can refer to a multitude of social interactions, regulated by social norms, between two or more people, with each having a social position and performing a social role....
s. This division is illustrated by the table below:

Physical movementMeaningDirected towards othersAwait responseUnique/rare interactionInteractionsAccidental, not planned, but repeated interactionRegular interactionsInteractions described by law, custom or traditionA scheme of social interactions
Behavior
Behavior

Behavior or behaviour refers to the action s or reactions of an object or organism, usually in Relational theory to the environment. Behavior can be conscious or Unconscious mind, overt or covert, and voluntary or involuntary....
         
Action
Action (philosophy)

In philosophy, action has developed into a sub-field called philosophy of action. Action is what an Agency can do.For example, throwing a ball is an instance of action; it involves an intention, a goal, and a bodily movement guided by the agent....
        
Social behavior
Social behavior

In biology, psychology and sociology social behavior is behavior directed towards society, or taking place between, members of the same species....
       
Social action      
Social contact
Social contact

Social contact is a pair of social actions with no further consequence - i.e. it is not likely to be repeated. It can sometimes be described as an accidental social interaction....
     
Social interaction
Social interaction

Social interaction is a dynamic, changing sequence of social actions between individuals who modify their actions and reactions according to those of their interaction partner....
    
Repeated interaction   
Regular interaction  
Regulated interaction 
Social relation
Social relation

Social relation can refer to a multitude of social interactions, regulated by social norms, between two or more people, with each having a social position and performing a social role....


See also

  • Affectional action
    Affectional action

    Affectional action is a social action caused by an emotion . Those actions are taken due to one's emotions, to express personal feelings. For example, cheering after a victory, crying at a funeral would be emotional actions....
  • Interpersonal relationship
    Interpersonal relationship

    An interpersonal relationship is a relatively long-term association between two or more people. This association may be based on emotions like love and Liking#As_a_verb, regular business interactions, or some other type of social commitment....
  • Instrumental action
    Instrumental action

    Instrumental action is a social action pursued after evaluating its consequences and consideration of the various means to achieve it. They are usually planned and taken after considering costs and consequences....
  • Traditional action
    Traditional action

    Traditional action is a social action taken because it was done in the past. They are actions which are carried out due to tradition, because they are always carried out in such a situation....
  • Value-rational action
    Value-rational action

    Rational action is a social action which is taken because it leads to a valued goal, but with no thought of its consequences and often without consideration of the appropriateness of the means chosen to achieve it ....