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A critical theory is any approach to social philosophy that focuses on reflective assessment and critique of society and culture to reveal and challenge power structures. With roots in sociology and literary criticism, it argues that social problems stem more from social structures and cultural assumptions than from individuals. It argues that ideology is the principal obstacle to human liberation. Critical theory finds applications in various fields of study, including psychoanalysis, sociology, history, communication theory, philosophy and feminist theory.

Critical theory - Wikipedia Jump to content From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Approach to social philosophy "Critical sociology" redirects here; not to be confused with Critical Sociology (journal) . Not to be confused with Critical philosophy or Critical thinking . Part of a series on Sociology History Outline Index Key themes Society Globalization Human behavior Human environmental impact Identity Industrial revolutions 3 / 4 / 5 Popularity Social complexity Social environment Social equality Social equity Social group Peer Social power Social stratification Social structure Social cycle

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