Social factors that affect development: family

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Family - definition

A family is a social group of people that are related either genetically or by marriage.

They often live together.

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What are the benefits of family?

  • Social interaction
  • Forming emotional attcachments
  • Socially acceptable behaviour
  • Financial support - pay for your food
  • Practical support - they give you a house
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Dysfunctional families

Some families are dysfunctional.

A dysfunctional family is where it does not provide the benefits associated with a family.

Factors that can make a family dysfunctional are:

  • Parental divorce or separation
  • Sibling rivalry
  • Parenting styes
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