Couples

Question 1

In a nutshell

Answer 1

Sociologists have different opinions on how couples do and should divide up domestic labour. They also have different opinions on how decision making happens. Finally, some sociologists believe domestic violence results from patriarchy (Dobash and Dobash), whereas others believe it’s cause by stress from being poor (Wilkinson).

Question 2

Domestic division of labour- Parsons

Answer 2

PARSONS:
Men and women have biologically suited roles that are functional for society:
Expressive role - Women = Homemaker (involves cooking, cleaning and looking after children)
Instrumental role - Men = Breadwinner (involves paid work, earning the income for the family)

Question 3

Domestic division of Labour- Wilmott & Young

Answer 3

WILLMOTT AND YOUNG:
There are now more symmetrical families as a result of increased joint conjugal roles