Final Exam Flashcards
1
Q
Five functions of family
A
1- regulation of sexual contact 2- reproduction 3- assignment of status 4- socialization of children 5- protection & emotional support
2
Q
Three problems of family
A
1- poverty/ family structure
2- violence
3- divorce
3
Q
Changes in American families
A
- more single adults
- older children at home
- rise in divorce rate
- more kids outside marriage
4
Q
Four causes of divorce
A
- stress
- fading of romantic love
- changed role of women
- sexual infidelity
5
Q
Changes in US families recently
A
1- more cohabitation
2- living apart together
3- increased employment of mothers
6
Q
Social causes of divorce
A
- changing function of marriage
- weak social ties
- increased work demands + economic stress
- no-fault divorce laws