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The Social Science Perspective
“Social Science” is an umbrella term for various fields of study which examines social
relations and human society. It views the community as composed of people interacting
with one another, sensitive to each other’s emotions and subjective point of view. Basically,
it describes “community as a group of people in a particular area interacting together.”
Anthropology - This field examines the various aspects of humans, such as their biology,
behavior, culture and social interactions. It may also study how people adapt their ways of
living to different environments
e.g, determining ways to help a community solve health related concerns.
This can be addressed by understanding the situation through interacting with the people in
the community. Connecting its history with its present condition., end eventually solving the
community concern.
other people in various conditions or situations.
History - is the study and the documentation of the past.
Civil Society Perspective
Stresses the idea of forming a group, foundation or an organization in service to society. This
perspective views society as a community of citizens linked by common interests and
collective activity. Examples include people’s organization, civic organization, and social
movements.
This is considered the affective model of community since a sense of belonging is achieved
due to the collaboration of shared interests and identities in serving the humanity. Groups
of people come together regardless of location, and organize plans to render support and
assistance to society.

Economics - This field studies the production, allocation and consumption of goods and Some examples of civic organizations in the Philippines are ABS CBN Foundation, Ayala Red
services. In any community, one finds various forms of wealth distribution. The ultimate goal Cross Foundation, Boy and Girl Scouts of the Philippines and Caritas Manila. The human
of economics is to improve the lives of people, such that their needs are satisfied. right movement, on the other hand, is an example of social movement.

Political Science - The field encompasses the various ways and means of allocating power,
influence, decision-making. This includes types of governments and management systems,
and how people in small bands or informal groups make decisions when they do not have
recognized leaders. All communities have some forms of political system.

Psychology - This discipline studies the human mind, brain, and social behavior. This extends
to interaction between people and interpersonal relationships. It comprises a variety of
different subfields including abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive
psychology and social psychology. Psychology in general is most often associated with the
study, diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses.

Sociology - This field is the study of society, social order, social interactions, and culture. It
introduces the concepts of social capital and communitarianism.

Social capital is defined as the networks of relationship among people who live and work in
a particular society for the effective functioning of the community. The concept of
communitarianism explains the connection between the individual and the community.