postmodernism and Family Diversity Flashcards

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Stacey postmodern families

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-argues women have benefitted from the greater choice and freedom, characteristic of postmodernist societies
-women rejected traditional housewife role
-created new family types which suited their lifestyle

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Giddens what does he speak about

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Pure relationship

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What is a pure relationship

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Giddens uses this term to describe what he sees as the typical relationship of couples , relationship exists to satisfy each partners needs
-relationships no longer tied to traditional norms

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How does giddens believe the pure relationship has come about

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People value romantic lov,happiness,sexual attraction as opposed to traditional reasons like reproduction of children, duty or tradition
- postmodernist= more freedom

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Beck speaks about

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The negotiated family

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Hat is a risk society (beck)

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A society where tradition has less influence, people have more choice

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What does beck say about stability in society

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Constantly changing , less predictability

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