Anthony Giddens and Modern Social Theory

Theoretical Triangulation as an Extension of Feminist Intersectionality in Qualitative Family Research

“…We have found these two theorists' work to be complementary, though each with distinctive conceptual contributions. We concur with Tucker () that there is a core shared perspective “that the structure/action duality characteristic of most social theory is a false dichotomy, for social action and social structures presuppose and require one another” (p. 69). Specifically, from Giddens's body of work, we advocate the use of the following sensitizing concepts to guide inquiry: social reproduction, reflexivity of the knowledgeable agent, practical consciousness, and ontological security within his particular view of the structure‐agent dialectic.…”

Pregnancy, risk perception and use of complementary and alternative medicine

“…Although Beck (1999) is pessimistic about the risks of late modernity he is optimistic about the power of social actors and agency in seeking creative solutions for themselves and in transforming social structures. Likewise, Giddens (1994) thesis also highlights the power of the agentic individual as they actively create the social world around them rather than being determined by it (Tucker 1998). …”

The Language Challenge in Nigeria’s Public Sphere

“…In a situation where citizens cannot establish such ties, they also cannot muster an attachment to public good. Instead of striving for such attachment, people wittingly or unwittingly embrace selfishness in a manner that makes general indifference look like public virtue (Tucker, 1998). When selfishness and general indifference are enthroned, "narcissistic mentality" firms up to make public officials see the world as a dangerous place where people, except close family members and friends, are regarded as untrustworthy (Tucker, 1998, p.158).…”