History of Families
The most official definition for rhe functions of a family was created by...
The Vanier Institute of the Family
nuclear family
used to analyze and interpret social situations/phenomena
theoretical perspectives
analyzing life based on structural, social and cultural factors that influence development
life-course approach (developmental approach)
research over a long period of time
longitudinal study
Provides family with social identity, emotional support, nurtures
Functions of a family
joined by grandma and grandpa at home
extended family
each social institution serves a specific purpose
functionalist theory
conflict theory
looking at the numbers/data (correlational)
quantitative research methods
loose grouping of males and females; moved based on migration patterns of families
hordes
being related through blood ties
Consanguinity
our interpretation of something is different for everyone
symbolic interactionism
Urie Bronfenbrenner
Ecological Systems Theory
finding the why behind the data
qualitative research methods
when males hold power within social institutions, including the family
patriarchy
three roomates living together under one roof would be considered as how many census families, according to Stats Canada
three census families
gender inequality, patriarchy, radicalism, etc.
feminist theory
interested in an individuals relationship to their family structure as a whole, and with each interpersonal relationship within that unit
(family) systems theory
last step of the research inquiry process
draw conclusions
Monogamy was the norm and motherhood was considered saced
industrial nuclear families
both partners work outside the home, with or without children
dual-income couple and/or family
may explain why some people stay in relationships that may be unacceptable to others
social exchange theory
“I am not what I think I am. I am not what you think I am. I am what I think you think I am”
Looking Glass Theory - Charles H. Cooley
immerses themselves in the culture/lifestyle of a particular group, over an extended period of time
participant observation