Ch 14 Relationships, Marriage, and Family Flash Cards

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to the sociology of relationships, marriage, and family as discussed in the lecture.

Marriage

A legally recognized social contract between two people.

Family of Orientation

The family into which a person is born.

Family of Procreation

The family that is formed through marriage.

Monogamy

The practice of being married to one person at a time.

Polygamy

The practice of marrying multiple spouses.

Nuclear Family

A family structure consisting of two parents and their children.

Kinship

The social bonds that unite individuals into families.

Functionalism

A theoretical perspective that studies the structure and functions of families.

Conflict Theory

The perspective that examines power dynamics within family relationships and in society regarding family.

Symbolic Interaction

A perspective that focuses on the social construction of family and the meanings attributed to it.

Divorce

The legal dissolution of a marriage.

Remarriage

The act of marrying again after a divorce.

Family Violence

Abuse or violence that occurs within a family context.

Economic Inequalities

Disparities in economic resources and opportunities among different groups.

Racial Inequalities

Disparities that exist based on race, affecting various aspects of family life.

Gender Inequalities

Disparities based on gender that affect family roles and responsibilities.

Sexuality Inequalities

Disparities based on sexual orientation that impact family dynamics.