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The equilibrium theory of social change was offered by Talcott Parsons, He argued that society was like a living organism. A change in one j part of the social system produces change in all other parts. This occurs because the social system, like a living organism, attempts to maintain! stability. When stability is disrupted by change in one part of the system-^ the other parts adjust to the degree needed to bring the system back into" balance or equilibrium. Although order has been restored, the new systems is slightly different from the old. Thus, social change has taken place.
Parsons further noted that as; a society becomes more complex, its social institutions become differentiated. They become numerous and more distinct. These new institutions must, however, work effectively with other parts of the system if social stability is to be maintained. To ensure that the new integration occurs, new values and norms are developed to resolve conflicts between new and existing institutions.
This perspective views society as a functional integrated system of interrelated parts. The various parts are intended to or should maintain the system in equilibrium. However, if one or more parts are not operating well i.e. if they are dysfunctional, the whole system is likely to be affected.
Critics of the equilibrium theory point out that the emphasis on social order makes it difficult for the theory to explain widespread social change within societies.
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