Other Types of Family Diversity

Question 1

Classic Extended Family

Definition

Answer 1

Extended family who live in close geographical proximity, or in the same household

Question 2

Classic Extended Family

Where is it Found?

Answer 2

Lane et al. - Roma or Traveller communities
Traditional working class communities in northern England + inner cities (declined late 1900s)
South Asian communities
Berthoud - tend to be larger than UK families

Question 3

Modified Extended Family

Definition

Answer 3

Extended family where links with geographically distant kin are maintained and they play a part in family life
Possible due to modern communication + transportation

Question 4

Beanpole Family

Definition

Answer 4

Brannen - Long and thin extended family with many generations, but few people in each

Question 5

Beanpole Family

Why is it Increasing?

Answer 5

Growing life expectancy + declining childbirth and amount of children