Exploring Relationships & Families Chapter 2

Questions and Answers

What are some essential functions that families perform for society according to the Structure-Functional Perspective?

Providing recreational activities

Facilitating cultural exchange programs

Creating educational institutions

Performing socialization and emotional support (correct)

How does the Family Ecology Perspective view the influence on family dynamics?

Families are unaffected by outside environments

Families are interdependent with external economic and cultural factors (correct)

Families exist in isolation from societal issues

The family's ability to thrive is solely based on individual effort

According to Exchange Theory, what impacts the power dynamics within relationships?

The level of shared family traditions

Individual's emotional reliance and resources (correct)

The duration of the relationship

The frequency of communication

What does the Family Life Course Development Framework examine?

The changes families undergo over time and their transitions Signup and view all the answers

What is a critique of the Structure-Functional Perspective?

It presents an unrealistic view of family dynamics Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective emphasizes the impact of social interactions and communication within families?

Interaction-Constructionist Perspective Signup and view all the answers

What does the normative order hypothesis suggest about life course transitions?

The work-marriage-parenthood sequence promotes well-being Signup and view all the answers

What element is central to the Exchange Theory regarding the sustainability of relationships?

Balance of costs and rewards in social exchanges Signup and view all the answers

What common misconception does the Family Life Course Development Framework potentially reinforce?

All families transition through the same stages uniformly Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Family Ecology Perspective, what outside influence can impact family well-being?

Workplace conditions Signup and view all the answers

What issue does the critique of Exchange Theory highlight about human nature?

It reflects an unrealistically rational view of relationships Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of family dynamics does the Interaction-Constructionist Perspective focus on?

Daily interactions and behavioral patterns Signup and view all the answers

What societal element does the Family Ecology Perspective investigate in relation to families?

Educational systems Signup and view all the answers

What does conflict theory emphasize in regards to family dynamics?

Unequal power dynamics can lead to harmful interactions. Signup and view all the answers

How does feminist theory expand upon conflict theory?

It applies conflict theory to issues of gender and oppression. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant critique of family systems theory?

It often ignores larger societal influences on family behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the biosocial perspective attribute to biology in family dynamics?

It interacts with social environments to shape behaviors. Signup and view all the answers

Which attachment style is characterized by a fear of abandonment?

Insecure/anxious attachment style. Signup and view all the answers

What social change has contributed to fewer heterosexual married couples?

Postponement of marriage in favor of economic stability. Signup and view all the answers

What does the marriage gap indicate?

A higher marriage rate among affluent individuals compared to the poor. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contribution of attachment theory?

It highlights how personality affects relationship choices. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does family systems theory emphasize about family members?

Family dynamics are predictable and based on established roles. Signup and view all the answers

What criticism is often directed at feminist theory in the academic context?

It is overly political and challenges traditional norms. Signup and view all the answers

Which attachment style leads to difficulty in forming close relationships?

Avoidant attachment style. Signup and view all the answers

What societal change does the biosocial perspective acknowledge?

There is an interaction between biological and social factors. Signup and view all the answers

Which reasoning explains the increase in cohabitation without marriage?

Economic considerations postponing marriage. Signup and view all the answers

What does the contribution of feminist theory recognize in household roles?

Household labor is undervalued and often unrecognized. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Familistic & Individualistic Values

Familistic values emphasize communal belonging and support within families.
Individualistic values focus on personal fulfillment and self-identity outside family ties.

Theories of Family

Structure-Functional Perspective
- Views family as essential for social functions: socialization, emotional support, and financial security.
- Critiques include unrealistic portrayals and a narrow view of family structures.
Family Ecology Perspective
- Examines the interconnection between families and their environments.
- Influences include neighborhood conditions, workplace norms, and broader economic factors.
- Highlights impacts of external factors like minimum wage legislation and climate change on family dynamics.
Family Life Course Development Framework
- Analyzes families over time, focusing on transitions through stages like birth and retirement.
- Highlights role sequencing and normative order, suggesting a sequence for optimal mental health.
Exchange Theory
- Applies economic principles to relationships, focusing on costs and rewards.
- Power dynamics are shaped by commitment levels; those less invested have more power.
- Raises critiques about its overly rational view of relationships.
Interaction-Constructionist Perspective
- Focuses on interactions and communications shaping family roles and identities.
- Families adapt cultural norms to fit their unique situations.
Conflict & Feminist Theory
- Conflict theory points to power imbalances and domestic violence within families.
- Feminist theory emphasizes the oppression of women and deconstructs traditional gender roles.
Family Systems Theory
- Treats the family as a system with interrelated parts; behaviors influence and are influenced by family dynamics.
- Highlights the necessity of systemic changes for individual family member changes to occur.
Biosocial Perspective
- Argues that biological and social factors interact to shape behaviors and family dynamics.
- Emphasizes evolutionary aspects of human relationships while acknowledging social influence.
Attachment Theory
- Identifies attachment styles developed in childhood that influence adult relationships.
- Secure, anxious, and avoidant attachment styles affect interpersonal connections throughout life.

Marriages & Families: Current Trends

Changing Marital Status
- There is a decline in heterosexual marriage rates, with many postponing marriage for economic security.
- The "marriage gap" exists between socioeconomic classes, affecting motivations and opportunities for marriage.
Legal Same-Sex Marriage
- Acknowledgment of legal same-sex marriage as part of changing family structures and dynamics.

Marital Premise: Permanence & Exclusivity

Emphasis on the expectation of lifelong commitment and sexual exclusivity within marriages and families.

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This quiz focuses on the concepts of familial values and their impact on personal identities, as well as the theoretical perspectives surrounding family dynamics. Key themes include communal values versus individualistic values, and how families perform essential societal functions. Prepare to delve into the structure-functional perspective and its implications for relationships.