Theories O The Family Flashcards
1
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What is the organic analogy in functionalism
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Society like human body - different institutions (family, education etc) help function
2
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Murdocks 4 functions of the family
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- reproduction
- stable satisfaction of the sex drive
- socialisation of the young
- satisfaction of economic needs
3
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How Does Engels (Marx) explain the family
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- The family allow men to pass private property to their children
4
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What does Zelenskyy say about the family (marx)
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- distracts people from capitalist exploitation - create illusion of fulfillment
5
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How do liberal feminists see gender inequality in the family
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Slowly I,proving due to laws and changing attitudes e.g. idea of ‘new man’
6
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Why do Marx Feminists see family as a source of womens opression
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- reproduces labour force (socialisation of young)
- absorbs men’s anger (emotional and physical abuse)
-women are reserve army of labour ( ww2)
7
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What do radical feminists argue
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Family and marriage are patriarchal institutions
Women should separate from men to escape oppression
8
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What is the New right view on family
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- The nuclear family is natural
- Welfare state creates dependency culture- leading to social problems
9
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How does the Personal life perspective criticise other theories
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- They assume nuclear family is dominant - ignoring diversity in society
- Should instead opus on individual relationships and identity
