Canadian families

Fill in the Blanks (U1 U2 Tests; Review Words U3 U4)

  • Changes to Family System:

    • Generation Systems: Family structures evolve over generations.

    • Chart - History of Family (U1): Families historically shifted from extended to nuclear.

    • Macro-Micro Theory: Macro examines societal influences, micro focuses on individual interactions.

Three Disciplines Impacting Family System:

  1. Sociology: Study of family dynamics within social contexts.

    • Example: Examining how socio-economic status affects family roles.

  2. Psychology: Looks at individual behaviors and their impact on family.

    • Example: How parenting styles shape children's behavior.

  3. Anthropology: Explores cultural variations in family structures.

    • Example: Differences in kinship around the world.

Changes in Gender Roles:

  • Early 1900s - 1960s: Men were the predominant breadwinners, women managed household duties. Both genders had unequal access to education, with boys prioritized.

  • Present Day: Shift to dual-income households; both genders have equal educational opportunities.

Three Stages of Marriage:

  1. Romantic Love: Initial passionate attraction.

  2. Disillusionment: Realistic challenges emerge.

  3. Mature Love: A foundation of deep emotional connection and partnership.

Sternberg's Love Triangle:

  • Parts: Intimacy, Passion, Commitment.

  • Types of Love Created: Combinations yield different love forms.

Mueslein’s Filter Theory:

  • Develops a partner’s awareness through external filters (like geography).

  • Example: Choosing a partner from nearby.

Long Answer (Structure):

  1. Introduction

  2. Body Points (Three Key Areas)

  3. Conclusion

Notebook LM: Key Definitions

  • Norm: Expected behavior in society with examples.

  • Social Norm: Accepted community behaviors influenced by culture.

  • Roles: Specific expected functions tied to positions.

  • Social Institution: Systems that meet collective societal needs (e.g., education).

Theoretical Perspectives Overview:

  1. Functionalism: Society as an integrated system.

  2. Conflict Theory: Power struggles and societal inequalities.

  3. Symbolic Interactionism: Meaning creation in interactions.

Evolution of Families:

  • Shift from hunter-gatherer societies to diverse family forms.

Historical Context of Mate Selection:**

  • Examine theories influencing partner choices.

Divorce History:**

  • Discuss changes in divorce laws and societal perceptions.

Recent Trends in Marriage:**

  • Focus on legal and social acceptance of diverse family structures.