Theories O The Family Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is the organic analogy in functionalism
Society like human body - different institutions (family, education etc) help function
Murdocks 4 functions of the family
- reproduction
- stable satisfaction of the sex drive
- socialisation of the young
- satisfaction of economic needs
How Does Engels (Marx) explain the family
- The family allow men to pass private property to their children
What does Zelenskyy say about the family (marx)
- distracts people from capitalist exploitation - create illusion of fulfillment
How do liberal feminists see gender inequality in the family
Slowly I,proving due to laws and changing attitudes e.g. idea of ‘new man’
Why do Marx Feminists see family as a source of womens opression
- reproduces labour force (socialisation of young)
- absorbs men’s anger (emotional and physical abuse)
-women are reserve army of labour ( ww2)
What do radical feminists argue
Family and marriage are patriarchal institutions
Women should separate from men to escape oppression
What is the New right view on family
- The nuclear family is natural
- Welfare state creates dependency culture- leading to social problems
How does the Personal life perspective criticise other theories
- They assume nuclear family is dominant - ignoring diversity in society
- Should instead opus on individual relationships and identity
How do postmodernists view the family
Giddens - People now have more choice in relationships and family a shift toward in individualism
What does Althusser say about the family (Marx)
Socialisation pass on dominant ideology allowing exploitation to continue in generations
What dies parsons say about the family
The family’s functions are socialisation and stabilisation of adult personalities
