The international division of labour (IDL) refers to the global allocation of productive tasks, where different countries specialize in specific types of economic activity based on comparative advantages, historical legacies, and institutional capacities. This phenomenon has evolved over centuries, shaped…
In contemporary society, motivation has become one of the most perplexing and widely discussed psychological and sociological issues. Despite living in an era that celebrates self-fulfilment, ambition, and productivity, individuals across social strata increasingly report feelings of exhaustion, apathy, and…
Industrial society refers to a transformative phase in human social development characterized by mechanized production, the proliferation of wage labor, extensive urbanization, and the emergence of modern capitalist economies. It signifies a profound shift from agrarian and feudal modes of…
William James, primarily known as a philosopher and psychologist, remains a figure of enduring interest in sociology due to his profound insights into consciousness, experience, individual action, and social life. While he did not formally identify as a sociologist, James’s…
Economic growth has long been celebrated as a defining marker of progress—a measurable indicator of how societies advance, innovate, and improve their living conditions. It promises material prosperity, technological innovation, and expanded opportunities. Yet, beneath its glossy veneer lies a…
Regulation theory is one of the most significant intellectual developments in the study of capitalist societies during the late twentieth century. It offers a nuanced sociological understanding of how economic systems, marked by inherent instability and class conflict, nonetheless achieve…
Infancy, typically understood as the period from birth to around two years of age, is often examined through biological, psychological, or developmental lenses. However, sociology offers a distinctive and enriching perspective by situating infancy within the broader social structures, cultural…
