The Family & Social Health
In a family, a child can see that each person depends on who?
Each person depends on the others in the family
What is divorce?
a legal agreement to end a marriage
Is a group of unrelated people who choose to support and care for one another even though they are not related a family?
Absolutely, yes.
What are some examples of basic needs?
Food, clothing, shelter, education, healthcare, security, and LOVE
What is the number one reason why both parents have to work in today's time?
Financial needs
What is "the family" often called?
Basic Unit of Society
What revolution changed the family structure?
Industrial Revolution
an adult or couple that cares for children whose biological parents are unable to care for them
What are the 3 types of family responsibilities?
adult, children , and shared
Since 1990 have divorce rates increased or decreased?
decreased
What are lasting relationships built upon?
Mutual care, trust, and support
How many mothers with preschool aged children are in the workforce?
More than half
What is the difference between and extended and blended family?
An extended family is made up of a persons blood relatives where a blended family is made up of two separate families not related by blood.
What are some examples of children's responsibilities?
chores, homework, care for younger siblings, part-time job, following rules, showing respect
Explain how divorce affects a family structure?
financially, physically, emotionally, mentally, entire lives are uprooted
What do families usually share with the cultural group they are from?
Traditions, values, and views
What are two things that many young adults are postponing doing till later in life?
getting married and having kids
What is the difference between a nuclear and single-parent family?
Nuclear family has two parents. A single-parent family has one.
Name the two primary adult responsibilities?
Provide basic needs and emotional intelligence for their children
Why do you personally believe that people are postponing marriage and having children?
A well thought out answer will be granted full points! :)
If relationships with family members are healthy what does a child learn?
What are the 3 main factors that account for changes in the American family?
more women in the workforce, high divorce rates, and an increase in the age at which people marry
What are the categories of families children can live in?
Nuclear, single-parent, extended, blended, or foster
What does it mean for a parent to socialize a child?
teach children to engage with the world around them in a way that is beneficial to themselves, the family, and everyone they encounter
Explain the benefits of having a two parent household?
A well thought out answer will be given full points. :)