Theories of family Flashcards
1
Q
What is Parsons ‘functional fit’ theory?
A
As society changes the type of family that fits that society and the functions it performs change.
2
Q
What are the two types of families and societies?
A
Modern industrial - nuclear family
Traditional pre industrial - extended family
3
Q
What are the two things needed to keep modern industry working?
A
A geographically mobile workforce
A socially mobile workforce
