family and parental responsibilities'

Question 1

definition of a family

Answer 1

the family is a basic unit of society, a group of people consisting of 1 or two parents who are usually related and love and care for eachother

Question 2

responsibilities of a family

Answer 2

meeting primary needs; food, clothing ,shelter, warmth and opportunities for rest and sleep
providing love and nurture; children need to feel oved and learn how to love; need reliable people in their life who show affection and warm and enjoy receiving love in return
teaching socialization; families introduce children to their culture, meaning their child will learn about
social behavior; what is expected from them
customs; things people do due to tradition
values : accepted living standards or principles of a specific group

Question 3

all children and families need

Answer 3

good quality core public services, health and education
safe places to play
decent housing
leisure opportunities
inclusive community, free of crime and antisocial behavior

Question 4

parents role

Answer 4

provide an income
love, care and provide stable home for children
take care of elderly relatives
set a good example for children so they became socially acceptable and discipline of necessary
spend time with children
take care of garden
manage organize household tasks
act as role model

Question 5

child’s role

Answer 5

respectful, obedient and do best at school
become more responsible and independent as they get older
help around house
look after younger children

Question 6

grandparents role

Answer 6

provide love and support
talk about family culture
provide support and advice
look after children when parents are unable to do so

Question 7

parents influence physical development

Answer 7

feed child healthy balanced diet
help their child prevent obesity and exercise
provide child with toys to develop their manipulative skills
develop bed time routine so they get recommended amount of sleep per night

Question 8

parents influence intellectual development

Answer 8

read books to child, help with development of vocabulary, understanding of situations, numbers and colours
take child to different places
roleplay with child
play games with child which can develop a child’s memory’s
emphasize importance of learning and education

Question 9

parent influence emotional development

Answer 9

encourage child to be independent
provide nurturing secure environment
discuss situations a child may be worried about
read books with child
act as a role model
celebrate achievements

Question 10

parents influence social development

Answer 10

share family traditions and stories
sign child up to clubs
have dinner together teaching children manners and how to listen to others
invite child friends over this can improve child’s confidence with others
encourage good manners and be a role model by using please and thank you

Question 11

Grandparents influence physical development

Answer 11

play outside with children
ensure child receives healthy balanced diet to grow and develop
help child’s manipulative skills by playing with block’s and jigsaws

Question 12

grandparents influence intellectual development

Answer 12

share stories about family history
may learn a skill of gain an interest as they spend more time with grandparents
take grandchild to different places, teach child about the world around them
learn new words from grandparents as they may use more traditional vocabulary than parents

Question 13

grandparents influence emotional development

Answer 13

children can learn and respect grandparents
dedicate time for grandchild
be a trusted role model for child
provide a nurturing, stable, safe and secure environment, helping child feel more confident
provide encouragement and support for their grandchild

Question 14

Grandparents influence social development

Answer 14

learn how to talk to adults
set a good example use please and thank you
be positive role models by teaching them morals, manners and sharing their life experiences
teach grandchildren right from wrong and encourage good behavior

Question 15

siblings influence physical development

Answer 15

younger child may try to model their older sibling
may be more willing to try an activity if older sibling does it first
they will have a partner to play with

Question 16

siblings influence intellectual development

Answer 16

may hear their sibling use words which are new to them , develop speech
role play together
read books to younger sibling

Question 17

siblings influence emotional development

Answer 17

provide emotional support for brother or sister
there can be rivalry between siblings
older sibling may be caring and helpful towards their younger sibling by understanding their emotions

Question 18

siblings influence social development

Answer 18

younger child may observe and imitate their siblings actions
share their toys
younger child may play and talk to older siblings friends, teaching them how to communicate with different age groups
take on role of leader when playing with younger siblings
teach child to understand others points of views

Question 19

relationship between partners

Answer 19

A secure loving relationship, couples need to be mature enough to provide more their child and make decisions together about discipline and education
changing relationships, relationship no matter how stable will be affected when there is a new family member, father may feel neglected or left out when mother is caring for new-born. may be anxious and a tiring time, nay be periods of sleepless nights
problems in relationships, sometimes couples who are having relationship problems in hope it may improve their relationship.

Question 20

money

Answer 20

financial support, studies show parents can expect to spend 20% of income on child. includes food, clothes, equipment, nappies and infant formula if mother is not breastfeeding.
cost of childcare; as child grows, extra expenses such as holiday, gifts, parties and leisure activities need to be planned for

Question 21

Parental age

Answer 21

women have less choice than men because as women get older ability to conceive diminishes and quality of eggs deteriorate. once she goes through menopause she is no longer able to have children. men are physically capable of fathering into old age

biological urge, many women feel a strong biological urge to become mothers, this is referred to the body clock ticking usually occurs in a woman’s late 20s early 30s
fertility falls off dramatically after age of 40, they may find this difficult to understand and fearful of what fatherhood brings fear of loosing partner to baby

couples are increasingly having children later in life, number of women choosing to have families later in life has risen since 1990s
this trend is stronger in women with better educational qualifications with postponing child rearing in order to achieve financial security, others do not meet the right partner until later life

Question 22

changes in lifestyle

Answer 22

financial constraints
less freedom to do as they please
babies need constant care until they reach independence

Question 23

peer pressure social expectations

Answer 23

romantic ideal; young women may have friends with a cute baby, this may give them an idealistic view on motherhood
grandparents; feel pressure from own parents, drop hints about wanting to be grandparents
work; unhappy at work wight find prospect of motherhood appealing

Question 24

personality

Answer 24

gives child opportunity to develop skills, talents, abilities, rights, beliefs and how to express themselves

Article 14(freedom of thought, belief and religion” states “every child has the right to think and believe and practise their religion, as long as they are not stopping other people from enjoying their rights. Government must respect the rights of the parents to give their children information about this right”
Article 29(goals of education) “Education must develop every child’s respect for human rights, as well as respect for their parents, their own cultures, and the environment
parents have responsibility to encourage any talent the child has, take them to various clubs and lessons such as football and violin lessons.

Question 25

Safety

Answer 25

children should be kept safe from violence and abuse this is stated in two articles of the convention Article 19(protection from violence, abuse and neglect) "government must do all they can to ensure that children are protected from all forms of violence, abuse, neglect and bad treatment by their parents or anyone else who looks after them Article 39(recovery from trauma and reintegration) " children neglected, abused, exploited, tortured or who are victims of war must receive special help to recover their health, dignity and self respect". parent has responsibility to keep child safe from all forms of abuse, if they don't government will investigate further and ensure child will be kept safe from all forms of abuse

Question 26

Education

Answer 26

every child should have right to education, stated in Article 28( right to education) "every child has the right to education". Primary education must be free, Secondary education must be available for every child. Discipline in schools must respect children's dignity. Richer countries must help poorer countries achieve this" Parent has responsibility to ensure child goes to school everyday and help them do their homework

Question 27

health

Answer 27

Article 24(health and health services) "every child has the right to the best possible health. Government must work to provide good quality health care, clean water, nutritious food and a clean environment so that children can remain healthy . Richer countries must help poorer countries achieve this parents have responsibility to take children to doctors and look after them when unwell, taking them to dentists and feeding them nutritious meals

Question 28

Shelter

Answer 28

good standard of home/ shelter Article 27( adequate standard of living) " every child has the right to a standard of living that is good enough to reach physical, intellectual, emotional, social needs. Governments must help families who cannot afford to provide this" parents have responsibility to ensure child is living in a home which is to a good standard meeting children's needs, may include a house free form damp and kept warm