What is Sociologty and how does it differ from common sense

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…that the identity of the primary caretaker is irrelevant to an infant, so long as the care is consistent and empathetic. This is a prime example of how commonly subscribed beliefs and reality often do not meet. Sociology aims to overcome these common sense views, and look at societal issues in a systematic and methodical manner, without a bias. This helps us to understand society, and the people in it on a much wider scale.