1.3 Societal Challenges Affecting Families

• Broad societal changes affect families in areas like financial stability, caregiving responsibilities, work-life balance, and family dynamics
• What are the four major types of societal changes that impact families?

  Economic, demographic, technological, social/cultural
• How does income inequality strain social cohesion within a society?

  Creates disparities in access
• What are two types of political changes that can impact families?

  Policy shifts, political instability
• What is one major economic challenge faced by families?

  Unemployment
• What does income inequality strain within a society?

  Social cohesion
• Key positive and negative impacts of technological advancements on families

  1️⃣ Improved Communication

  2️⃣ Automation and Efficiency

  3️⃣ Access to Information
• Automation and efficiency can lead to job losses and economic disruption

  True
• What is one example of a political change that can affect families?

  Shifts in government policies
• Understanding and addressing political and social challenges is crucial for supporting family well-being
• Why is it important to understand how societal shifts affect family dynamics?

  To support families and help them adapt
• Social policies aim to combat discrimination and promote diversity


  True
• Government programs like Medicaid provide assistance for healthcare
• What are societal challenges that impact families?

  Economic, social, environmental issues
• What are some economic challenges faced by families?

  Unemployment, poverty, income inequality
• Economic challenges like unemployment can limit families' access to healthcare and education.

  True
• Improved communication technology enables families to stay connected but can also lead to over-reliance on technology
• Increased diversity and inclusion can broaden perspectives but also create tensions within families.


  True
• Unemployment leads to financial stress and limits access to healthcare
• Addressing economic challenges is crucial for supporting and strengthening families
• What is one potential negative effect of improved communication on families?

  Over-reliance on technology
• Technological advancements create new challenges that families must navigate
• Increased diversity and inclusion can create tensions within families


  True
• Match the societal change with its effect on family dynamics:

  Economic Changes ↔️ Financial stress strains relationships

  Demographic Changes ↔️ Aging populations increase caregiving burdens

  Technological Changes ↔️ Over-reliance reduces face-to-face interaction

  Social/Cultural Changes ↔️ Evolving gender norms transform decision-making
• Economic policies include measures to promote employment and raise minimum wages
• What is one example of a family support system provided by community organizations?

  Parenting classes
• Match the family support system with its description:

  Community Organizations ↔️ Non-profit groups offering family-focused services

  Government Programs ↔️ State/federal assistance for basic needs

  Workplace Benefits ↔️ Employer-provided options like remote work