Gender Inequality: New Right

Explanation: Murray (1984)

Expresses concern for recent changes, such as the increase in lone-parent families, same sex families etc.
Says these have led to social problems.

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Explanation: Bowlby (1953)

Talks about maternal deprivation.
More women are working and leaving their children with no parental bond.

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Explanation: Schlafy (2003)

Argues women should see marriage and motherhood as their most important accomplishment.

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Evaluation: Olsen & Walby (2004)

Women have a disadvantage in acquiring human capital.
To use the lack of this to explain low pay and status is a circular argument.

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Evaluation: Ginn et al (1996)

Women must choose to prioritise childcare while men can enjoy anything with few detrimental effects.

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Talks about maternal deprivation.
More women are working and leaving their children with no parental bond.

Explanation: Bowlby (1953)

Argues women should see marriage and motherhood as their most important accomplishment.

Women have a disadvantage in acquiring human capital.
To use the lack of this to explain low pay and status is a circular argument.

Women must choose to prioritise childcare while men can enjoy anything with few detrimental effects.

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