Family types Flashcards
What does “changes in law” mean?
New legislation has been brought in which makes creates the opportunity for more/less of a particular kind of family
What does “declining stigma” mean?
The negative opinion or social consequences for a particular family type has decreased over time
What does “secularisation” mean?
Religion has less influence over society today
What does “rising expectations of marriage” mean?
In the past, people only wanted a marriage to fit gender roles and be financially stable. Today, people want to feel fulfilled, have adventures, be surprised, and find happiness in their marriage
What does “changes in the position of women” mean?
Women now have more rights and opportunities in society. They are also able to financially support themselves without needing a husband
What does “feminist arguments” mean?
Feminisms beliefs that society is patriarchal and marriage is oppressive have started to sway public opinion
What does “modernity” mean?
Modernity is the time period after the industrial revolution. It is characterised by having rules/traditions to follow, and having machinery which can easily create products
What does “modernity” mean?
Modernity is the time period after the industrial revolution. It is characterised by having rules/traditions to follow, and having machinery which can easily create products
What does “individualisation” mean?
The process of people becoming more concerned with fulfilling their personal goals/desires, rather than doing what society expects of them
What are the factors which have contributed to the rise in divorces?
Changes in law
Declining stigma
Secularisation
Rising expectations of marriage
Changes in the position of women
Feminist arguments
Modernity and individualisation
What does “changes in the position of women” mean?
Women now have more rights and opportunities in society. They are also able to financially support themselves without needing a husband
What does “modernity” mean?
Modernity is the time period after the industrial revolution. It is characterised by having rules/traditions to follow, and having machinery which can easily create products
What does “fear of divorce” mean?
Divorce is such a difficult process that it is putting people off getting married in the first place
What does “limited finances” mean?
Couples may not have the money needed to live together, e.g. they cannot afford a mortgage
