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descriptions of key sociologists who studied the family and waht their research showed. 

Explore key sociological theories on family dynamics, including feminist, functionalist, and Marxist perspectives. This summary covers the dual burden of women, family diversity types, and the impact of social class on family structures. Ideal for students studying sociology and family theories.

Sociological Perspectives on Family

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Explore the key concepts of Functionalism, a sociological theory that likens society to a biological system. This summary covers the roles of social institutions, the importance of value consensus, and critiques of the functionalist perspective. Ideal for students studying sociology, this resource provides insights into how social structures contribute to social order and integration.

Understanding Functionalism

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Isabelle Moon

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Functionalsim mindmap

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Explore the key concepts of Functionalism, including its perspective on crime, socialization, and the role of societal structures. This summary covers major theorists like Durkheim and Parsons, their theories on social order, and critiques of Functionalism. Ideal for students studying sociological theories and their applications.

Functionalism in Sociology

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Functionalist notes

Explore the transformation of family structures, marriage, and divorce rates since the 1930s. This summary covers key sociological perspectives on changing family patterns, including the rise in divorce, cohabitation trends, and the impact of women's independence. Ideal for sociology students studying family dynamics and societal changes.

Evolving Family Dynamics

Emily Hilton

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Changing Family patterns 

Exam style questions and answers on symmetrical families, conjugal roles, and the importance of family.

Explore key concepts in sociology with this comprehensive overview of family dynamics, including dual career families, lone parenthood, domestic labor division, and the debate on symmetrical families. This resource features exam-style questions and answers, highlighting perspectives from functionalism and feminism. Ideal for AQA GCSE Sociology students.

Understanding Family Dynamics

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Family - Example Questions and Answers

Explore the critiques of Parsons' family theories through historical and interpretivist perspectives. This summary covers key studies by Laslett, Anderson, Fletcher, Willmott, Young, and Chester, highlighting family diversity, roles, and patterns in preindustrial and industrial Britain. Ideal for sociology students seeking to understand functionalism critiques and family dynamics.

Critiques of Family Structures

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Parsons evaluation mind map

Explore essential sociological theories and perspectives from key thinkers in education and family studies. This knowledge organiser covers influential figures such as Ball, Bowles, Durkheim, and Becker, highlighting their contributions to understanding social class, labelling theory, and family dynamics. Ideal for students preparing for sociology exams.

Key Sociologists Overview

Amy Wan

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Sociology Paper 1 Key Thinkers 

Strucutral approaches in Families and Households 20 marker 

Explore the key structural theories of family, including Feminism, Marxism, and Functionalism. This evaluation highlights the conflict perspectives on gender inequality, the roles of family in society, and critiques of traditional family structures. Ideal for understanding the complexities of families and households in sociological studies.

Structural Theories of Family

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Families and Households- 20 marker 

Key sociologists beliefs mind map! Basically just a brain fart of yr 10 Functionalism, Marxism and Feminism 

Explore key sociological perspectives including Marxism, Functionalism, and Feminism. This summary highlights the foundational beliefs of major theorists like Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim, critiques of social structures, and the impact of gender and class on society. Ideal for GCSE Sociology revision.

Sociological Theories Overview

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Main Sociological Perspectives revision mind map 

How far do sociologists agree that the main function of the family is primary socialisation of children?

Explore the debate on the primary function of the family in sociological theory, focusing on primary socialisation. This assessment examines Functionalist, Marxist, and New Right perspectives, highlighting their views on family roles, economic support, and the implications of different family structures. Ideal for sociology students preparing for essays or exams.

Family Socialisation Perspectives

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Explore key sociological concepts related to family dynamics, including the rise of cohabitation, changing marriage patterns, and the impact of social policies on family structures. This summary covers essential factors influencing family diversity, divorce rates, and the evolving roles of women in society. Ideal for sociology students preparing for essays or exams.

Family Dynamics and Trends

Theresa lovell

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Explore various family types and structures in contemporary society, including nuclear, extended, blended, and cohabiting families. This summary covers key concepts such as socialization, co-parenting, and the dynamics of living apart together. Ideal for sociology students seeking to understand family diversity and its implications.

Functions and Roles

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