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What is family diversity mainly attributed to?
What is family diversity mainly attributed to?
- Only social class
- Only cultural differences
- Government policies only
- A variety of factors including cultural differences and social class (correct)
Cultural attitudes have remained the same over decades in shaping family diversity.
Cultural attitudes have remained the same over decades in shaping family diversity.
False (B)
Who argues that family diversity in the UK can be largely explained by the different values and practices of ethnic groups?
Who argues that family diversity in the UK can be largely explained by the different values and practices of ethnic groups?
Berthoud
The process of _____ in late modernity allows people to shape their own family arrangements.
The process of _____ in late modernity allows people to shape their own family arrangements.
Match the family types with their characteristics:
Match the family types with their characteristics:
Which of the following factors has NOT been mentioned as contributing to family diversity?
Which of the following factors has NOT been mentioned as contributing to family diversity?
Globalization has no impact on family diversity.
Globalization has no impact on family diversity.
In multicultural societies, families from different cultural backgrounds often follow distinct _____ that influence their family structures.
In multicultural societies, families from different cultural backgrounds often follow distinct _____ that influence their family structures.
What is one factor that contributes to family diversity according to sociologists?
What is one factor that contributes to family diversity according to sociologists?
Working-class families are less likely to experience poverty compared to middle-class families.
Working-class families are less likely to experience poverty compared to middle-class families.
Name one government policy that can influence family structures.
Name one government policy that can influence family structures.
Family diversity can be largely attributed to economic and social __________ that shape family structures.
Family diversity can be largely attributed to economic and social __________ that shape family structures.
Match the sociologist with their contribution to understanding family diversity:
Match the sociologist with their contribution to understanding family diversity:
What has contributed to the decline of traditional family norms?
What has contributed to the decline of traditional family norms?
Policies that restrict divorce can lead to more diverse family structures.
Policies that restrict divorce can lead to more diverse family structures.
What is one consequence of welfare policies in Western societies on families?
What is one consequence of welfare policies in Western societies on families?
Structural inequalities affect all cultural __________, leading to family diversity.
Structural inequalities affect all cultural __________, leading to family diversity.
Which of the following best explains family diversity apart from cultural factors?
Which of the following best explains family diversity apart from cultural factors?
Flashcards
Family Diversity
Family Diversity
The variety of family structures that exist within a society.
Cultural Differences
Cultural Differences
Differences in cultural values, traditions, and practices that influence family structures.
Ethnic and Religious Traditions
Ethnic and Religious Traditions
Cultural traditions and beliefs that shape family structures and practices within specific ethnic groups.
Changing Social Norms
Changing Social Norms
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Cultural Hybridization
Cultural Hybridization
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Globalization
Globalization
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Hybrid Family Forms
Hybrid Family Forms
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Intercultural Families
Intercultural Families
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Cultural Diffusion
Cultural Diffusion
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Structural Factors
Structural Factors
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Intersection of Culture and Structure
Intersection of Culture and Structure
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Social Class and Family Structure
Social Class and Family Structure
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Government Policies and Family Diversity
Government Policies and Family Diversity
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Welfare States and Family Diversity
Welfare States and Family Diversity
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Social Change and Family Diversity
Social Change and Family Diversity
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Egalitarian Family Structures
Egalitarian Family Structures
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Holistic View of Family Diversity
Holistic View of Family Diversity
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Study Notes
Family Diversity: Influencing Factors
- Family diversity encompasses various family structures within society, shaped by multiple influences.
- Cultural differences, social class, ethnicity, gender, and individual choice are key contributors to the variety of family forms.
Cultural Differences & Family Diversity
- Ethnic and religious traditions significantly impact family structures in multicultural societies.
- Different cultural practices, values, and norms influence family structures.
- Examples include higher rates of single-parent families in some ethnic groups, linked to historical factors and cultural attitudes.
- Changing social norms within cultures also lead to evolving family structures.
- Individualism and personal choice in Western societies have increased non-traditional structures like single-parent families, cohabitation, and same-sex families.
- Globalization and cultural hybridization contribute to new family forms combining elements from various cultures.
Structural Factors in Shaping Family Diversity
- Social class plays a vital role, influencing family structures through economic and social inequalities.
- Lower income families may experience higher rates of single-parent households or extended families due to economic constraints.
- Other factors besides cultural preferences shape family forms.
Government Policies & Family Diversity
- Government policies significantly influence family diversity, impacting marriage, divorce, and family support.
- Policies affect specific family forms (e.g., legalization of same-sex marriage).
- Parental leave, child benefits, and divorce laws can impact family life and structure.
- Expansions of welfare states have influenced family structures.
- Conversely, restrictive policies limit diversity, impacting access to things like divorce or contraception.
Social Change & Family Diversity
- Social change independently drives changes in family structure, irrespective of cultural factors.
- The rise of feminism transformed women's roles within families, leading to more egalitarian family structures.
- Traditional nuclear family structures are being replaced.
Conclusion
- Cultural differences are a major factor in family diversity.
- However, other structural influences like social class, government policies, and social changes are also crucial.
- A multi-faceted analysis involving culture, economics, policy, and social change is essential for a complete understanding.
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Explore the various factors that shape family diversity in society, including cultural, social, and individual influences. This quiz covers the impact of ethnicity, gender, and personal choice on family structures, highlighting the changes brought by globalization. Test your knowledge on how these factors contribute to different family forms.
