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The Family, the family as a UNIT Flashcards

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Define family

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A group of people related to each other by blood, marriage or adoption

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Family of orientation

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Family you’re born into

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Family of procreation

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Family you make

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Family of affinity

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Family by choice eg close friends

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Types of families

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Nuclear (parents and children)
Extended
One parent families
Blended families (two parents and kids from previous relationships)

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Classic extended family

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Related by blood, marriage or adaption and living in the same home or close by

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Modified extended family

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Related by blood, marriage or adoption and are separated geographically

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Why was living with extended family prevkisky more popular

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Economically interdependent on family business eg farming

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Reason for one parent family

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Death
Separation
Divorced
Unplanned pregnancy 
Choice
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One parent family struggle

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Often headed by women
Often live with parents for support eg chikdcare
Often depend on social welfare (one parent family scheme)
Loneliness and sole responsibility

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Why did blended families become more popular

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Divorce legalised in 1996

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Struggle of blended family

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More children to provide for
Conflict
Biological parent relationship may be difficult

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Talk about families from 1900-1960 (pre industrial)

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Large, extended family, under one roof

Arranged marriages for economic benefit (dowry)

7-9 kids, strong influence by Catholic Church so contraception not permitted

Low wages, damp, cold houses, no proper sanitation facilities, high infant mortality

Patriarchal, submissive wives, men=breadwinners, women=worked at home

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Talk about families from 1960-1990 (post industrial)

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Moved away from rural extended family to urban nuclear family due to seeking employment

Choosing own partner

4-6 kids, contraception more available as decreased influence by Catholic Church

Regular dependable wage, home had electricity, better sanitation facilities, introduction of medical card in 1970 - drop in infant mortality

Less patriarchal as women’s right had improved, still segregated roles despite increase in opportunities for women

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Talk about a modern family (1990-today)

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Nuclear, one parent, blended, increased social acceptance of divorce, same sex marriage

Choose own partners, secular society (not bound by religious rule), cohabit and not marrying, acceptable to divorce and remarry

1.4 children, contraception widely available, many women chose careers instead

Dual income, homes better insulated, high sanitation standards, Heath services and new treatment, homeless crisis

Few patriarchal, increase opportunities for females, equal say in management of home regardless of gender

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What does secular society mean

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Not bound by religious rule

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Social changes affecting modern family structures

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Marital breakdown - increase in one parent and blended family

Changing role of women - fewer children as women chose to establish career, role reversal eg stay at home dad

Same sex marriage and adoption - increase in families headed by same sex couples

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Rules regarding same sex couple adoption

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By 2020 both parents will have name put on birth cert but at present only one (egg/sperm holder if in clinical) may be named

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economic changes affecting modern family structures

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The economy - during recession 15% unemployment, now more employment and dual income, less reliance on social welfare

State benefits eg one parent family payment

High cost of living - families must budget to get needs, may use social help, can cause stress, children are expensive-less being had

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Technological changes changing family structure

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Communication eg Skype to keep in touch with extended

Automated household appliance eg dishwasher means more time for leisure

Entertainment eg tv, Netflix, gaming means less interaction and weaker bond, obesity (less physical activity)

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Family functions

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Physical (needs;shelter, food, warmth, clothing//safe environment for vulnerable//procreation)

Emotional (loving and caring home//express emotions and feelings//be listened to, increasing self esteem and confidence)

Social function (children should learn socially acceptable behaviour to fit into society//show discipline to know what’s right and wrong)

Economic function (support children until 18 or 23// parent(s) work)

Educational function (family are primary educator// should praise, encourage and challenge children// parents support school)

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Who are vulnerable members of family

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Children
Elderly
Disabled

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What do parents teach children so they fit into world

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Society’s norms, customs because children observe and imitate parents

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Now state assists family to provide physical need

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Social welfare eg child benefit
HSE developmental examinations to children up to 3
Community mothers programme (disadvantaged area)
Child and family agency (Tulsa) May place children in care if unfit environment

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How does state assist family provide emotional function
HSE parenting programmes
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How does state assist family achieve social function
Pre schools, primary and secondary schools encourage socialisation If children aren’t moral they break the law and judicial system gets involved. Detention centre
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How does state help provide Economic function of family
Social welfare
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How does state help provide educational function
Early childhood care and education scheme (free paid education for 3 to school going age) Free full time primary Free full time post primary Supports for children with special needs
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Roles and responsibilities of children
Learn to behave in socially acceptable way Simple chores Learn morals
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Roles and responsibilities of adolescent
``` Extra responsibility eg babysitting Input in family decisions to moderaste their own behaviour in preparation for adult life Be role models for siblings Follow school rules Woke hard in schools ```
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Parents role and responsibilities
``` Care for spouse Reproduce Provide financially Provide safe loving home Teach children norms and values ```
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Grandparent role and responsibilities
Help children financially (high living cost) Pass wisdom and values Child minding Emotional support In return children will help when they are dependent.
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Changes in gender roles
Improved equality laws Changed attitudes towards women Increased education and job opportunities for women Increased one parent families (taking on both roles)
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Economic changes in family
Both parents work to provide Children are dependent for longer due to college Social welfare to meet needs
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Child depends on parent for physical needs | Which are....
Food for growth Shelter for safety and warmth Clothing for modesty and protection
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Children depend on parents for psychological needs, which are ...
Provide loving and supportive environment where it’s safe to express feelings Pass on norms, values, beliefs, social skills Act as role models, what children base future behaviour on Create fun learning environment with encouragement and praise
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5 rights of children within the family
The right to a name and nationality The right to live with their parents unless against their best interest The right to food, shelter, clothing The right to protection against abuse and neglect The right to education, leisure and cultural activity
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Causes of conflict between adolescent and parent
Independence (ready to make own choice, parents not ready to relinquish control) Peers (no longer solely influenced by parents) Relationships (parents fear teenage pregnancy and STDs) Social media (parents fear safety, online bullying) Employment (own money, too much time working and not enough studying)
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Dealing with conflict
Avoid angry confrontation - take a min to calm down Communication - both sides even chance Empathy - see from their POV Compromise - meet in middle Involve both parties in setting new rules and consequences
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Importance of good communication in family
Clarifies rules and expectations Helps build trust Develops skills - listening, speaking without shouting
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Supports for elderly to maintain independence
Supportive family and neighbours Housing options Voluntary services eg meals on wheels Social welfare eg fuel allowance Community care services eg home help Medical cards for over 70 Free travel for over 65
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Difficulties faced by a family member with special needs
``` Lack of mobility Lack of independence Social isolation Travel long distances to attend special schools Fewer employment opportunities ```
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Difficulties faced by the family when a family member has special needs
Isolation and exhaustion (primary careers, no time off) Reduction in income Increased expenditure on special equipment, social welfare and grands available Stress and guilt (hard to split time between family members)
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How the family members can respond to the needs of a family member with special needs
Adapt home eg wheelchair accessible Encourage independence wherever possible Provide emotional support Ensure all social welfare payments and support are availed of May chose to stay at home
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Statutory services for disabled
National disability authority Special schools HSE Citizens information board
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What does national disability authority do
Provides advice to government on disability policy eg disability services, employment opportunities Centre for Excellence in Universal Design - universal design of buildings, products and services to be accessible to all
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Voluntary services for disabled
Rehab Enable Ireland
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What does rehab do
National learning network: training programmes eg certified computer courses Rehab enterprises : employs people with disabilities in a range of business eg retail Rehab centre: health care service, respite
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What is respite
Short term accommodation in a facility outside the home giving temporary relief
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What does Enable Ireland do
Early services team: up to 6, individual programme go maximise their mobility, play, communication and social skills Respite breaks Literacy and computer training for adults with disabilities

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