- It is the natural form and function of the family - its natural goods and goals. - The natural rights and duties attach to husband and wife, and parent and child.
Theoretical Perspectives on Family
- There are three dominant theoretical premises which are functionalism, conflict theory and symbolic interactionism. Functionalism - Is an approach that views society as a system of parts working together to maintain a social equilibrium or balance. - Socialize Children - Regulate Sexual Reproduction - Contribute to Social Stability Conflict Theory - Society is characterized by conflict between social groups. - Structure is a factor in social inequality - Reinforce class and Gender inequalities - Conflict impacts individual in the society Symbolic Interactionism 1 - A view of social behavior that emphasizes subjective understanding and the interactions of the individual in the society. - A unit that shares understandings of their various situations Gender Equality in Family - All members of a family must enjoy the same liberties and rights regardless of gender or age.
Gender and Family Relations
- Trends and patterns have been paralleled by changes in gender roles
Gender Role Assignment in the Family
- Is a social role encompassing a range behaviors and attitudes that are generally considered acceptable, appropriate or desirable for people based on their actual or perceived sex. - Usually considered on conception of Masculinity and Femininity
Gender and Filipino Family
- Women in the Philippines is explained based on the context of Filipino culture, standards and mindsets. - The Philippines is described to be a nation of strong women, who directly and indirectly run the family unit, businesses, government agencies and haciendas. - Women in the Philippine society have always enjoyed a greater share of equality - Filipino Family exhibit Filipino culture, traits and values of which the most important value of family is family closeness.