Topic 3- Theories of the Family- Sociologists

1. Marxist; argues that the family is a 'punch bag' used to take out stress on by the suffering proletariat worker (8)
4. Functionalist; claims families have a 'functional fit' with the demands of the workforce and perform two 'irreducible functions' (7)

2. Personal life perspective; noticed how family members can be chosen, such as children recognising dogs as part of the family (6)
3. Functionalist; argues families are a 'universal institution' and perform four key functions in all human societies (7)
5. Liberal feminist; criticises radical feminists for not recognising the improvement of female equality and female choice in the family (10)
6. Radical feminist; argues for 'matriarchal' families as an alternative to the heterosexual lifestyle (5)

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