Are couples becoming more equal?

Question 1

Cultural Explanation

Answer 1

• Societal norms - man- instrumental role
  women- expressive role
  -Dunne- Lesbian couples have a more equal relationship

Question 2

Material Explanation

Answer 2

• Sullivan - Fulltime or part time jobs are the deciding factor
• Women are more likely to work part time

Question 3

March of Progress

Answer 3

Young and Willmott

• -men are becoming more involved in domestic labour
  Eval- Suport - Sullivan- 1984 -45% of men felt it was their job to earn for the family
  -2012 -13% felt it was their responsibility

Criticised - Allan- Women’s tasks are less intrinsically satisfying
-Ferri and Smith - Fathers took responsibility for their kids in fewer than 4% of families

Question 4

Dual Burden

Answer 4

Oakley

-Domestic labour and Paid work

Question 5

Triple Shift

Answer 5

Hothschild
-Domestic labour, Paid work and Emotional support

Question 6

Leisure time

Answer 6

Southerton

-Men get blocks women have to shape it around their kids

Question 7

Symmetrical families

Answer 7

Young and Willmott
-Womens changing positions
-Geographical mobility
-Higher standards of living

-Eval - Oakley- only 15% of husbands have high levels of involvement in housework