Every institution has its own effect on society. Functionalism gives us an understanding of how groups are able to work together to give us that solid foundation we strive for. Functionalism has had the greatest effect on me personally. I know that every time I am assigned a task, I take a step back to see how I can best function with the group and equipment I am assigned. The conflict perspective provides us with the knowledge to understand conflict between two groups when we see it. Conflict theory is most properly used when we have two groups competing for power when there are limited resources. Symbolic interactionism can be defined as the interaction between two people or groups, having a different reaction to a statement or gesture due to memories or feelings connected to that gesture or statement. Symbolic interactionism is the most important to me, as I have many things that have sentimental meaning to them. No institution is more effective than the other, but some are more easily understood or noticed, as seen in the videos discussed