Chapters 1,2,3,5 Flashcards
What is coparenting?
refers to the various people who team up and collaborate in the parenting process………..can control what child does and has a relationship with child
What is bidirectional parenting?
when parents and child have effects on each and change with each other
what are the dimensions of parenting?
Family as a System, bidirectional relationship, developmental and life span, and social construct
what is family as a system?
parenthood is a subsystem of the larger social system.
What is the developmental and life span?
parenting is a developmental role and a lifespan pursuit.
What is a social construct?
parenthood is a social construct. The parental role is a social institution based on complex values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors.
what are some current parenting trends of the 20th century?
easing away from authoritarian…easing away from physical punishment…using psychology…
what are some contemporary issues that may affect parenting?
gender equality…public education…technology…privacy
what is dual parenting?
when the mother and father both decide on how to run the household
what is androgynous parenting?
parenting describes roles that are gender-neutral; not necessarily performed by the parent traditionally and stereotypically associated with the role.
what is a binuclear family?
family refers to children who have access to two families, usually as a result of parental divorce.
what are blended families?
Typically formed when one or both adult partners remarry, or when a couple cohabit and children are involved.
what is a sandwich generation?
when a person has to take care and support both their child and parent
what is ambiguous loss?
refers to the uncertainty and worry about potential situations which can affect safety, health and longevity
what is the Pre-deployment phase of deployment?
getting ready, facing uncertainty and some emotional distancing
what is the Deployment phase of deployment?
staying engaged by connecting with own family, finding a support or surrogate family in the deployed setting.
what is Transposement during deployment?
refers to the altering of the family; taking on new roles, challenges of communication.
what is Post-deployment?
reintegrating with their own family. It requires understanding, appreciation, and renewed family bonding.
what is Polygamy?
involves a marriage that may include several adults.