What is a functionalists main view on the structure of society and its modernisation

functionalists would argue that the structure of society comes from a notion of organic analogy that all parts of society work together as a body would, if one element (organ) fails then so should/will the others. functionalist believe that value consensus runs throughout society and upholds the norms and values that are shared, creating this structure in society. when it comes to modernisation, functionalist see this as detrimental to society as it is allowing increased individualisation. through secularisation and a change in values and norms.

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