20 Questions
What is the main function of raising children within a family?
Teaching children how to be responsible members of society
Which family structure is characterized by a working husband, housewife, and children?
Nuclear family
What has significantly declined in terms of family dynamics according to the given text?
Non marital births
What does the U.S. census define as a household?
Any group that resides together
What are some impacts of dramatic social transformation since the 60s?
Increased age at first marriage and decreased childbearing in marital couples
According to the Family Decline Perspective, what are some consequences of relaxed institutional control over families?
High divorce rate, weakened marriages, irresponsible parenting
What are examples of biological technology impacting families?
In vitro fertilization, donor insemination, gestational surrogacy
What do familistic values emphasize?
Emphasize the needs of the group, family togetherness
How do collectivist cultures tend to identify more?
"We"
What are the major functions of families according to the text?
Teaching children how to be good members of society, engaging in economic activities
What is one of the major functions of families according to the text?
Teaching children how to be independent members of society
What characterizes the postmodern family type as mentioned in the text?
Living without marrying, for example, LGBT or cohabiting families
How has parenthood been affected in recent times, especially for college women?
College women are increasingly postponing parenthood
What defines a family household according to the U.S. census?
It includes any group that resides together, regardless of kinship
What is the impact of dramatic social transformation on childbearing?
Decreased in marital couples and increased in nonmarital couples
What does the Family-Change Perspective emphasize regarding family transformation?
Views families from a historical standpoint, economic trends, and cultural changes
What are some impacts of biological technology on families?
Artificial insemination, donor insemination, IVF, gestational surrogacy
What are familistic values primarily focused on?
Family togetherness, stability, loyalty
How do collectivist cultures tend to identify more?
"We" in motivational speeches
What is the main goal of family policy as per the text?
Procedures, regulations, attitudes, and goals of programs and agencies that affect families
Test your knowledge about the major functions of families, including raising children responsibly, providing economic and practical support, and offering emotional security. Explore the roles and responsibilities of families in society.
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