Criticisms of Durkheim’s Theory of Solidarity
<p>One criticism of Durkheim’s theory of solidarity is that it is too focused on the positive effects of interdependence. Durkheim was interested in the benefits that could be wrought from a transition out of mechanical and into organic solidarity, arguing that a shift towards interdependence would necessitate prosperity for society and remove occupational strain from individuals by allowing them to specialise without having to worry about feeding their family.</p>
<p>However, one could argue the inverse — that the division of labour has broken down the average family’s ability to be completely self-sufficient if they so chose to. In the modern-day, it is pretty impossible to sustain a family as an individual, removing the choice for engagement from the individual.</p>
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