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William OgbornAmerican sociologist.
Date of Birth: 29.06.1886
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Psychoanalytic Influences and Social Change
- Material and Non-Material Culture
- Science, Technology, and Society
- Urbanization and the Family
- Later Career and Contributions
Early Life and Education
William Fielding Ogburn was an American sociologist born in 1910. As a student, he encountered the ideas of Sigmund Freud, which he later introduced to Robert Park in 1915. Graduating with a doctorate in sociology, Ogburn served as a sociologist at the University of Chicago.
Psychoanalytic Influences and Social Change
Ogburn's initial research focused on the psychological underpinnings of economic history, applying Freud's theories of neuroses and Park's concept of industrial psychoses. He significantly influenced the integration of psychoanalysis into American sociology.
Material and Non-Material Culture
In the 1920s, Ogburn turned his attention to social change. He proposed that "material culture" (technology) outpaces "non-material culture," resulting in "cultural lag." This concept became central to his work.
Science, Technology, and Society
Ogburn's later research explored the impact of science and technology on society. He published several works, including "National Policy and Technology" (1930s) and "Technology and Sociology" (1938), highlighting the role of technological advancements in shaping social and cultural life.
Urbanization and the Family
Ogburn also investigated the consequences of urbanization and industrialization, proposing that these processes lead to the decline of the traditional family structure. He studied the social effects of aviation in his book "Social Effects of Aviation" (1946).
Later Career and Contributions
Ogburn's later years were marked by his work in the sociology of science and technology. He co-authored "Handbook of Sociology" (1947) and edited "Technology and International Relations" (1949). Ogburn's legacy as a pioneer in these fields continues to shape sociological inquiry.
