Foucault’s Discourse Analysis

Foucault’s Discourse Analysis is a method for studying how language, ideas, and practices shape our understanding of the world and power dynamics. It examines how certain topics are talked about, who is allowed to speak, and what is considered normal or true. By analyzing these patterns, it reveals the underlying assumptions, social structures, and authority that influence knowledge and behavior. Essentially, it shows how language and discourse are not just ways of communicating but also tools that create and sustain societal power and norms.