Giddens' Structuration Theory

Giddens' Structuration Theory explores the relationship between individual actions and social structures. It suggests that while social structures (like laws, norms, and institutions) shape how we behave, our actions also continually influence and reshape those structures. This means that society is not fixed; it's dynamic and evolves through our everyday interactions. Essentially, we are both shaped by and shape our social world, highlighting the interplay between agency (individual choice) and structure (social influences). This theory helps us understand how social change occurs over time through the ongoing actions of individuals.