functionalism and their theories on family

Question 1

3 key functionalism beliefs

Answer 1

1. consensus - calm agreement
2. structuralism - the overall structure of society, individuals are moulded for society
3. consensus structuralism - the idea that society has structure which makes all individuals part of it an fit in

Question 2

norms and values

Answer 2

functionalists believe we have shared norms and values that create value consensus. They believe value consensus holds society together.
norms - unwritten rules of society considered normal (saying thank you)
values - shared beliefs and ideals in society (people treated equally)