Different Views Of Nuclear Family

Question 1

Functionalist

Answer 1

Focus on the positive functions e.g. -Murdocks theory that the nuclear family is universal
- Parsons functional fit theory

Question 2

Marxism

Answer 2

Engels theory that the nuclear family was a result of capitalism so that the bourgeoise could pass down their wealth to their children and the modern idea that the family is a unit of consumption

Question 3

Different feminist views

Answer 3

Liberal: nothin inherently wrong with the nuclear family
Marxist: subordination of women within the family is essential to keep capitalism going
Radical: nuclear family is the main source of oppression for women e.g. domestic violence

Question 4

The new right

Answer 4

Believe that the nuclear family is the ideal type of family

Question 5

Post modernism

Answer 5

Their is no longer a normal type of family but rather family diversity as people have more freedom and choice in a postmodern society