SOC100H1 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Nuclear Family, Married People, Bourgeoisie
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Cultural meanings are specific to times and places, which makes it difficult for different generations to understand each other. Middle-aged are concentrating on being good parents. A family is a complex collection of people with different needs/outlooks on life due to the difference in age and generation. A group living in the same dwelling that consists of a father, mother and their children. Consists of no more than three relationships; spouses, parent and children, siblings. More common outside of america and europe. Several adult siblings, their spouses and children. Consists of more relationships; grandparent and grandchildren, blood relatives and in-laws, aunts and nephews, and cousins. In canada same sex marriage has become legal including child custody, access, and adoption. Long term commitment (both to each other and to the family) In reality many families lack this commitment. Have a deep understanding of one another. Also have feelings of affection and trust.
