Soci - slides 3

Monogamy

A marriage in which each person has only one spouse.

Polygamy

A marriage in which one person has several spouses, historically prevalent throughout human history.

Patriarchy

A system of men’s control over property and fathers’ authority over all family members.

Matriarchy

A system or society governed by women.

Patrilineal Descent

A family system in which family lineage, including the family name, is transmitted from fathers to their children.

Companionship Marriage

A model of marriage viewed as a source of companionship, friendship, and romance between equals.

Baby Boom

The significant increase in birth rates between 1946 and 1964, following World War II.

Courtship

A social interaction that involves a couple developing a romantic relationship, with consideration of emotional aspects and parental consent.

Economic Independence

The ability of individuals, particularly women, to live and function without financial reliance on a partner.

Family Diversity

The variety of family structures and dynamics that have emerged, including single parents, blended families, and unmarried couples.