Views

• What is the main perspective of functionalism in sociology?

  Society is equal
• What does social meritocracy imply?

  Everyone has an equal chance in life
• What is the focus of consensus theory in functionalism?

  Positives in society and functions
• What is value consensus in functionalism?

  Agreement on key societal values
• How does the family contribute to social solidarity according to Durkheim?

  Socializes people with norms and values
• What are the four functions of the family according to Murdock?

  Reproduction, satisfaction of sex drive, socialization, economic role
• What is the significance of the satisfaction of sex drive in Murdock's family functions?

  Prevents breakup and maintains family unity
• What are Parsons' two irreducible functions of the family?

  Primary socialization and stabilization of adult personalities
• What is the 'warm bath theory' in Parsons' view of the family?

  Relaxation for adults to perform functions
• What roles do mothers and fathers play in Parsons' family model?

  Mothers have expressive roles, fathers have instrumental roles
• What criticisms exist regarding the functionalist view of the family?

  Ignores negative aspects like divorce and abuse
• What does feminism highlight about gender in society?

  Society is unequal due to gender differences
• What is patriarchy in the context of feminism?

  Men have more chances and opportunities
• How do feminists view the family structure?

  Patriarchal with men dominating decisions
• What is Oakley's concept of the dual burden for women?

  Women do more work in families
• What do Delphy and Leonard argue about women's roles in families?

  Women hold families together while men benefit
• What is the debate regarding women's oppression in nuclear families?

  Are women still oppressed as society becomes equal?
• What is the focus of Marxism in sociology?

  Inequalities between social classes
• What is false class consciousness in Marxist theory?

  Belief that the poor are content with their status
• How does Marxism view the family in relation to capitalism?

  Reproduces capitalism and serves the bourgeoisie