Family Diversity

Question 1

Functionalists

Answer 1

Nuclear suits the needs of society - others dysfunctional or abnormal, don’t perform functions for society

Question 2

New Right

Answer 2

Oppose diversity
Traditional nuclear is only normal one
Lone parents cannot discipline properly
No male role model
Family types cause social issues

Question 3

Chester- neo conventional family

Answer 3

Dual earners
This is the only major change extent of family diversity has been exaggerated

Question 4

Rapoports 5 types of diveristy

Answer 4

Organisational- difference in ways family’s are organised
Cultural- different cultural groups are diverse
Social class- income can effect structure
Life stage-may differ due to life stage
Generational- generations have different values on abortion, contraception etc

Question 5

Postmodernism

Answer 5

We now have choice, freedom. Social structures have lost influence
Individualisation thesis- choice.

Question 6

Personal life

Answer 6

Connectedness thesis, our decisions are made within a web of connectedness. Networks of relationships that influence our options and choices.