sociological theory conflict theory https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Conflict_theory https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conflict_theories Perspectives in sociology and social psychology that emphasize a materialist interpretation of history, dialectical method of analysis, a critical stance toward existing social arrangements, and political program of revolution or, at least, reform. Conflict theories draw attention to power differentials, such as class conflict, and generally contrast historically dominant ideologies. It is therefore a macro-level analysis of society. conflict theories