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Theories of the Family Flashcards

1
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Functionalism is a consensus or conflict theory?

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Consensus theory.

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What is Parsons ‘Functional Fit’ theory summarised.

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The functions or role of the family depends on the kind of society in which it is found - the best fit.

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How is the family geographically mobile?

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In a nuclear family, it is easier to move around the country for work compared to being in an extended family.

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How is the family socially mobile?

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People gain status from their own efforts and ability, not their background.

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What is structural differentiation?

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This is where the family has lost its functions.

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Which functions has the family lost?

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  1. Childcare
  2. Healthcare
  3. Education
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What is primary socialisation?

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Norms and values learnt in the family.

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What does the family teach and why do Functionalists argue this is positive for society?

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Norms and values such as manners helps them to communicate and cooperate with others. This helps children be ready for society as they grow older.

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What is the stabilisation of adult personalities?

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This is the idea that the family is a place where adults can relax and relieve the tensions, allowing them to feel refreshed and enabling them to continue being economically productive.

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According to Murdock (Functionalist), what is the economic function of the family?

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The family works as a unit in order to meet the basic economic needs of all its members. The man would act as the breadwinner/instrumental role, providing food and shelter.

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According to Functionalists, what is the purpose of reproduction?

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Reproducing the next generation. For society to continue, it needs more members.

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What is the purpose of Sexual Regulation (According to Functionalists)?

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To satisfy the adult sex drive in a stable manner (monogamous marriage). This prevents a sexual ‘free for all’.

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According to Marxists, the purpose of socialisation is to…

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pass on/teach the family norms and values of capitalism.

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How is the warm bath a myth according to Zaretsky?

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The family provides a haven from the harsh and exploitative world of capitalism. The ruling class require women to take the stresses and frustrations of working men caused by their exploitation in the jobs they do for the RC.

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How is the family a unit of consumption?

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It uses goods, and has to buy these goods in order to help the economy.

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Why must the family keep producing children according to Marxists?

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The family needs to create more members of society in order to create more workers/wage slaves who are primed for exploitation for capitalism.

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According to Marxists, why is the idea of monogamous marriage established in society?

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This is to ensure fathers know who their children are so that property can be passed down to legitimate heirs.

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How does the family pass on patriarchal norms and values?

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It teaches the dad is the head of the household and makes important decisions, whereas the mum is the home-maker and cares for the children.

19
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How can reproduction limit opportunities for career advancement for women.

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Women may miss out on promotions at work due to being off on maternity, or considered to be too high a risk to be promoted in fear they may have children.

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According to feminists, what is the purpose of sexual regulation?

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Monogamous marriage controls women’s sexual behaviour by only having one partner.

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What evidence may Liberal Feminists point to that would prove there has been a ‘March of Progress’?

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  1. Equal Pay Act (1970)
  2. Sex Discrimination Act (1975)
  3. Contraception
  4. Divorce
  5. Education
  6. Right to Vote
  7. Abortion
22
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Which sociologist argues women are the ‘takers of shit’?

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Ansley (Marxist Feminist)

23
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What are the key principles believed by Radical Feminists?

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  1. Patriarchy is caused by men.
  2. Men are the enemy.
  3. Marriage and the family oppresses women.
  4. Separatism.
  5. Political Lesbianism.

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