functionalism and the family Flashcards
How many functions does Murdock believe the family needs to meet the needs of society?
4
What is Murdock’s first function?
Stable satisfaction of the sex drive (with the same partner, preventing a sexual
‘free for all’.
What is Murdock’s second function?
Reproduction of the next generation (without which society could not continue).
What is murdock’s third function?
Socialisation of the young (teaching societies norms and values).
What is Murdock’s fourth function?
Meeting it’s members economic needs (food, shelter).
How do Sociologists think functionalists see the world?
through rose tinted glasses
How do feminists see the family?
serving the needs of men and oppressing women.
Marxists argue that the family meets the needs of capitalism. True or False?
True
What does Parsons argue about the functions of family?
it depends on what society it is found in
In a pre industrial society what type of family would have been more popular?
extended family
In an Industrial society what type of family would be favourable?
nuclear family
In a pre-industrial society, people would have spent their whole lives living in the same place. True or False?
True
In modern society, it is more common to move for fun. True or False?
False. In modern society, it is more common to move for work.
Who argues it is easier for the compact 2 two-generation family to move than the three generational extended family?
parsons
What is modern industrial society based on?
constantly evolving science and technology, meaning it requires a skilled workforce.
