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This study redefines social power beyond relational theories, proposing an ecological model where power arises from individual capacity and environmental factors. This new framework addresses inequalities and defines power by well-being, offering novel insights for social research.

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  • Social Psychology
  • Political Science
  • Ecology

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  • Current social power theories predominantly adopt a social-relational approach.
  • This approach is evident in experimental designs and international relations analyses.
  • Existing theories exhibit logical inconsistencies, particularly in addressing empowerment and inequality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a conceptual analysis of social power.
  • To identify shortcomings in prevailing social-relational power theories.
  • To propose a novel ecological conceptualization of power and empowerment.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis and theoretical comparison of power theories.
  • Identification of logical inconsistencies in social-relational models.
  • Development of an ecological framework for power.

Main Results:

  • Social-relational theories of power demonstrate logical inconsistencies and limitations.
  • A new ecological conceptualization defines empowerment and power based on goal achievement, individual capacity, and environmental affordances.
  • This framework distinguishes power from agency and control, establishing well-being as an absolute standard.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed ecological model offers a more robust conceptualization of social power.
  • This framework can address social concerns and reduce inequality more effectively.
  • Recognizing survival as a fundamental goal, well-being becomes the ultimate measure of power.