Theories and policies questions Flashcards
Identify functions that families were stripped of due to specialisation and structured differentiation
Economic production, education and socialisation
What family problems do functionalists ignore in their analysis?
They overlook problems such as domestic violence, inequality within families and the impact of social change on family dynamics
How, according to Marxists, does the family support capitalism?
The family acts as a unit of consumption, meaning they buy and consume goods and services that support the capitalist economy
Identify two criticisms of the Marxist perspective of the family
Overemphasis on Economic Factors
Neglecting Agency and Resistance
Explain why Marxist feminists are critical of the family
They believe it perpetuates gender inequality and serves the interests of capitalism
Explain why radical feminists are critical of the family
They view it as a patriarchal institution that perpetuates gender inequality and oppression
Outline two criticisms of feminist views of the family
Essentialising Women’s experiences
Neglecting other forms of fmily
Contrast the New Right with postmodern views of the family
The New Right emphasises traditional family values and the importance of a stable nuclear family whereas postmodernists argue there is no one right way to form a family
Outline two examples of Conservative policies from the 1980-90s that affected family life
Welfare reform
Family values and traditionalism
What was New Labour’s attitude towards family diversity?
They adopted a more inclusive and accepting stance compared to conservative policies
Identify two policies that reflect this
Civil Partnership Act, 2004
Sure Start programme
Outline the Coalition government’s attitude towards marriage
They placed a strong emphasis on promoting and supporting traditional marriage
Outline two examples of Conservative policies from the 1980-90’s that affected family life
The Right to buy scheme
The child support agency established in 1993
Suggest one policy that promotes a traditional view of families and one that endorses diversity
The introduction of inclusive sex education in schools
