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Symbolic Interactionism

Symbolic Interactionism is a sociological theory that explores how individuals interact through symbols like language and gestures, emphasizing the role of communication in developing the self. Founded by George Herbert Mead and later named by Herbert Blumer, the theory posits that meanings arise from social interactions and can evolve over time. It highlights the importance of symbols in establishing meanings and shaping individual self-concepts within social contexts.

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Symbolic Interactionism

Symbolic Interactionism is a sociological theory that explores how individuals interact through symbols like language and gestures, emphasizing the role of communication in developing the self. Founded by George Herbert Mead and later named by Herbert Blumer, the theory posits that meanings arise from social interactions and can evolve over time. It highlights the importance of symbols in establishing meanings and shaping individual self-concepts within social contexts.

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Symbolic

Interactionism

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JOYLYN P. PERIODICO
Symbolic
Interactionism

• is a sociological theory
that explains how people
interact with each other
through symbols, such as
language, gestures, and
artifacts.
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Interactionis
m

The ongoing use of language


and gestures in anticipation o
how the other will react;
(Mead)
George
Herbert
Mead
often regarded as the
foundational theorist of symbolic
interactionism

George He was a philosopher and


sociologist whose ideas centered
Herbert on how the mind and self emerge
Mead from social interaction

He introduced the notion that the


self has two components:
the “I” (the spontaneous,
individual aspect of self) and
the “me” (the internalized social
expectations).
George emphasized the role of
communication and social
Herbert interaction in the development of
Mead the self.
Herbert
Blumer
Herbert Blumer was a
student of Mead who
built upon Mead’s ideas
and gave the theory its
Herbert name.
Blumer In 1937, Blumer coined
the term symbolic
interactionism and
became its leading
advocate​.
He formulated three core
premises that succinctly
summarize the perspective:

1. Humans act toward things


based on the meanings those
things have for them.
Herbert
Blumer
2. These meanings arise out of
social interaction with others.

3. Meanings can change through


an interpretive process as people
deal with new experiences​.
Key Principles:
Symbols

Symbols are objects,


words, or actions that
have meaning assigned to
them by people.
Key Principles:
interactions

Interaction occurs when


people communicate with
each other through symbols.
Key Principles:
Meaning making

People create and negotiate


meaning through their
interactions with others.
Key Principles:
Self concept

People develop their self-


concept through interactions
with others and the symbols
they use.
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In summary, social interactionism
provides a framework for understanding
how individuals and groups create,
maintain, and change social realities
through their interactions. It's a lens that
emphasizes the fluid and dynamic nature
of human behavior and social life

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