May 1, 2024
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The family is the basic unit of society and has been the subject of study for centuries. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and there is no one right way to be a family. However, all families share some common characteristics, such as love, support, and communication. These serve as the foundation for a healthy society.
What is a Family?
A family is a group of people who are related to each other by blood, marriage, or adoption. Families can be nuclear (parents and children), extended (grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins), or blended (stepparents and stepsiblings). Today, our changing world has shaped our ideas of what makes a family. Some families consist of parents who are not married but are committed to raising their children together, while others form from a grandparent raising their grandchildren or through adoption.
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Reading list
We've selected nine books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Families.
This comprehensive textbook provides a sociological overview of families, exploring their structure, dynamics, and impact on society. It covers key concepts, research findings, and theoretical perspectives.
This influential book examines the history of the family in Western society. It challenges traditional notions of the family and provides a new understanding of its evolution over time.
Presents research-based principles for building and maintaining healthy marriages. It covers topics such as communication, conflict resolution, and emotional connection.
Explores the changing nature of family life in the 21st century. It examines new family forms, technologies, and challenges, and considers their implications for the future of society.
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