Definitions in childhood Flashcards
What is the social construction of childhood?
The idea that childhood is shaped by cultural, social, and historical contexts
What is childhood and innocence?
Western notions of childhood as a time of protection and purity
What is cultural variations of childhood?
Differences in childhood experiences across societies
What is age patriarchy?
Gittins’ concept of adult dominance over children
What is march of progress?
A sociological perspective that views the family as gradually improving over time, with greater equality between men and women, better living standards, and improved childhood experiences, often seen as a sign of social progress
What is modern childhood and child- centredness?
A focus on children’s needs and wellbeing in families
What are impacts of social policy on childhood?
Social policies such as child protection laws, education reform, and welfare provisions shape children’s lives by improving access to resources and ensuring better care, but can also highlight inequalities
What are social class differences in childhood experience?
Children from different social classes experience childhood differently, with those from lower-income families often facing greater challenges like poor housing, limited access to education, and poor health
What is childhood experience?
Refers to the varying ways in which children experience their formative years, influenced by family, society, and education, with experiences differing based on factors such as social class, gender, and ethnicity
What is gender differences in childhood experience?
Boys and girls often experience childhood differently due to societal expectations and gender roles, with girls sometimes expected to take on more domestic tasks, and boys being socialised into different forms of play and behaviour
What are ethnic differences in childhood?
Children from different ethnic backgrounds may experience childhood in unique ways, influenced by cultural expectations, discrimination, and the social environments in which they are raised
What is toxic childhood?
Palmer’s critique of modern childhood pressures, such as technology and consumerism
What is disappearance of childhood?
Postman’s view that childhood is eroding due to media exposure
