theories of the family - functionalist

Question 1

what is the function of the family?

Answer 1

maintain social system + meet the needs of other subsystems e.g. economy

Question 2

do they take a positive or negative view on the family?

Answer 2

positive

Question 3

who do the functions of the family benefit?

Answer 3

beneficial functions for both wider society + individuals

Question 4

what does Murdock argue the 4 functions of NUCLEAR family are?

Answer 4

stabilisation of sex drive
reproduction of next gen
socialisation
satisfy economic needs

Question 5

what 2 types of family structures does PARSONS identify ?

Answer 5

• 3 generational extended family - pre-industrial
• 2 generational nuclear family = modern industrial society

Question 6

how was the extended family multi functional (parsons)?

Answer 6

unit of production and consumption

Question 7

what 2 key needs does modern industrial society meet?

Answer 7

geographical mobility + social mobility

Question 8

parsons - nuclear family 2 essential functions

Answer 8

• primary socialisation
• stabilisation of adult personalities

Question 9

male instrumental role

Answer 9

breadwinner

Question 10

female expressive role

Answer 10

nurturing

Question 11

who says abt instrumental and expressive roles?

Answer 11

parsons