Social degeneration
Social Degeneration
Social degeneration (/ˈsoʊʃəl dɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/) is a concept that suggests a society or group can regress or fall into a state of decline due to various factors. The term is often used in the context of sociology, psychology, and political science.
Etymology
The term "social degeneration" is derived from the Latin words "socius" meaning companion or associate, and "degenerare" meaning to decline from an ancestral standard. It was first used in the 19th century to describe perceived declines in societal standards.
Definition
Social degeneration is a theory that suggests societies can decline or deteriorate due to factors such as moral corruption, loss of cultural or social norms, or economic decline. This theory is often associated with the concept of social decay, which refers to the process of societal decline due to the loss of social cohesion and shared values.
Related Terms
- Social Decay: A process of societal decline due to the loss of social cohesion and shared values.
- Moral Corruption: The degradation of moral values in a society or group.
- Cultural Norms: Shared expectations and rules that guide behavior within a group or society.
- Economic Decline: A decrease in the economic output of a nation or region.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Social degeneration
- Wikipedia's article - Social degeneration
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