F&H CHILDHOOD Flashcards
(21 cards)
Who proposed the idea that childhood is socially constructed?
Wagg
In simpler non-industrial societies, who takes on responsibilities at a young age?
Children - Benedict
At what age do children in Bolivia typically start working?
5
What did Firth observe about children in the Tikopia Tribe?
Children were never too young
According to Aries, when did the concept of childhood begin to exist?
13th Century onwards
What term did Aries use to describe the period from the 10th to 13th Century regarding childhood?
Childhood did not exist
What concept did Mause suggest about childhood?
Childhood is a nightmare we are only just waking up from
What does Palmer refer to with the term ‘Toxic Childhood’?
Negative influences and pressures on children
Who found that boys are more likely to cross roads and stay out after dark?
Hillman
Bonke?
Girls more likely to do domestic chores, especially in lower-income families
Asian parents are more strict towards girls
Brannen
What cultural concept does Bhatti refer to that restricts girls?
Izzat (family honour)
What term did Gittens use to describe the control of age in society?
Age Patriarchy
What terms did Hockey and James use to describe children’s behavior?
Acting up and acting down
Childhood is disappearing at a dazzling rate?
Postman
What concept did Postman introduce regarding the distribution of information?
Information hierarchy
Who stated that childhood still exists in songs and games?
Opie
What does Jenks argue about childhood in postmodern society?
Childhood is a creation of society and prepares for the future
What does NSOC aim to include according to Smart?
The views of children at present time
According to Mason and Tipper, how do children define family?
Children create their own definitions of family
What role do children play in divorce situations according to Smart et al?
Actively involved in making situations better for everyone
