SOC100H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Parental Leave, Egalitarianism, Nuclear Family
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Men do once in awhile chores (less stressful, less urgent chores) Hetero sexual couples share a stronger desire to share equitably. Shift in attitudes (significant change in men attitudes) 3 options : self-reliant regardless of relationship status, primary breadwinner, primary homemaker. Majority of men and women chose egalitarian. Away from traditional gender roles and towards egalitarianism. 4 options : self-reliant regardless of relationship status, primary breadwinner, primary homemaker, egalitarian (equal) Men and women are given access to paid parental leave, flexible time, world where policies reduce the strain between family and work life. A stronger link between the desire for egalitarian division of household labor (even a higher majority) Women" increased income has led to a more equitable division. Share chores so men who bring income stay focused. Double bread winners (both partners working) changes nature of conversation. Collective conscience sacred (sentiments, feelings values) Sacred totems (objects that represent religious feelings)
