family diversity - giddens Flashcards
what does giddens argue?
in recent decades, the family and marriage have been transformed by greater choice and a more equal relationship between men and women
why have the family and marriage been transformed?
contraception has allowed sex and intimacy rather than reproduction to the main reason for a relationship’s existence
women have gained independence as a result of feminism and greater opportunities in education and work
how were traditional family relationships held together in the past?
by external forces such as laws governing the marriage contract and norms against divorce
what holds a relationship together?
intimacy, rather than law religion and social norms
why do pure relationships exist?
to satisfy each partners needs
why are relationships becoming less stable?
people have more choice which creates more diversity
why do couples stay together?
because of love, happiness and sexual attraction , rather than norms and for the sake of the children
what do relationships become part of?
an individual’s identity and self discovering
what are same sex couples seen as?
why?
leading the way towards new family types and creating more democratic and equal relationships
they were less influenced by traditional social norms so they have more choice - able to develop their family and relationship based on choice
