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What is the primary function of a family?
What type of family includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives?
What is an example of a social function of a family?
What type of family structure is characterized by shared decision-making power between partners?
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What is a trend observed in modern family structures?
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What is an example of a change in family structure?
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What is a type of family that takes care of a child temporarily?
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What is a function of a family that ensures the continuation of the family lineage?
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Study Notes
Definition
- A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption, living together or separately.
- It is a basic unit of society, providing emotional, financial, and physical support to its members.
Types of Families
- Nuclear Family: A family consisting of two parents and their dependent children.
- Extended Family: A family that includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives.
- Single-Parent Family: A family with one parent, either by divorce, separation, or death of the other parent.
- Blended Family: A family with step-parents, step-siblings, and biological children.
- Adoptive Family: A family that has adopted a child or children.
- Foster Family: A family that takes care of a child or children temporarily until a permanent living arrangement is found.
Family Functions
- Socialization: Families teach children social skills, values, and norms.
- Emotional Support: Families provide emotional support and a sense of belonging.
- Economic Support: Families share financial resources and provide for each other's needs.
- Reproduction: Families are responsible for reproducing and continuing the family lineage.
Family Structures
- Patriarchal Family: A family where the father has authority and decision-making power.
- Matriarchal Family: A family where the mother has authority and decision-making power.
- Egalitarian Family: A family where decision-making power is shared equally between partners.
Changes in Family Structure
- Increase in Single-Parent Families: Due to divorce, separation, or single parenthood by choice.
- Increase in Blended Families: Due to remarriage or re-partnering.
- Delayed Marriage and Childbearing: Many people are delaying marriage and having children until later in life.
- Same-Sex Families: Legal recognition of same-sex relationships and families.
Definition of Family
- A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption, providing emotional, financial, and physical support to its members.
Types of Families
- Nuclear Family: Consists of two parents and their dependent children.
- Extended Family: Includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives.
- Single-Parent Family: A family with one parent due to divorce, separation, or death of the other parent.
- Blended Family: A family with step-parents, step-siblings, and biological children.
- Adoptive Family: A family that has adopted a child or children.
- Foster Family: A family that takes care of a child or children temporarily until a permanent living arrangement is found.
Family Functions
- Socialization: Teaching children social skills, values, and norms.
- Emotional Support: Providing emotional support and a sense of belonging.
- Economic Support: Sharing financial resources and providing for each other's needs.
- Reproduction: Responsible for reproducing and continuing the family lineage.
Family Structures
- Patriarchal Family: Father has authority and decision-making power.
- Matriarchal Family: Mother has authority and decision-making power.
- Egalitarian Family: Decision-making power is shared equally between partners.
Changes in Family Structure
- Increase in Single-Parent Families: Due to divorce, separation, or single parenthood by choice.
- Increase in Blended Families: Due to remarriage or re-partnering.
- Delayed Marriage and Childbearing: Many people are delaying marriage and having children until later in life.
- Same-Sex Families: Legal recognition of same-sex relationships and families.
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Learn about the different types of families, including nuclear, extended, and single-parent families, and understand the importance of family as a basic unit of society.
