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A microsystem is a self-contained subsystem located within a larger system. It generally constitutes the smallest unit of analysis in systems theory.

Ecological systems theory

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Urie Bronfenbrenner uses the term in his ecological systems theory where it constitutes the most immediate environment which envelops an individual. Thus in a child’s development it consists of parents, guardians, other family members, and close friends who constitute the immediate home circle.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Ashiabi, Godwin S.; O’Neal, Keri K. (19 June 2015). "Child Social Development in Context: An Examination of Some Propositions in Bronfenbrenner's Bioecological Theory". SAGE Open. 5 (2): 215824401559084. doi:10.1177/2158244015590840.