Family&Households- Topic 5(Paper2) Flashcards
What is Stigma?
The negative label, social disapproval or shame attached to a person, action or relationship.
Why has the stigma surrounding divorce decreased?
As divorce is more socially accepted, couples become more willing to resort to divorce as a means of solving their marital problems.
Define secularisation.
The decline in the influence of religion in society.
Why might secularisation lead to more divorce?
The traditional opposition of the churches to divorce carries less weight in society and people are less likely to influenced by religious teachings when making decisions about personal matters.
Why do couples have higher expectations of marriage today?
Linked to the ideology of romantic love.
Why are functionalists optimistic abiut marriage despite higher divorce rates?
Most adults do get married.
What aspect of rising divorce rates do functionalists fail to explain?
Main cause of marital conflict and divorce.
4 reasons for women’s increased financial independence today.
-Women are more likely to be in paid work.
-They generally earn less.
-Girls have greater success in education.
-Women don’t have to depend financially on their husbands.
