Functions of Families

Family Relationships What is a relationship? An interaction between two or more people. Who does a family relationship involve? Parents, siblings, peers, spouse, grandparents -The family relationship is constantly changing. -It is important to remember that an individual is going through various stages of his/her life cycle while the family is going through its own cycle.

Husband, wife, and biological children. Nuclear Family REVIEW Husband, wife, and biological children.

Extended Family REVIEW Made up of parents, children, and other relatives like grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Blended Family REVIEW Husband, wife, and one partner has at least one child from a previous relationship.

Single-Parent Family REVIEW Families with one parent due to death, divorce, or never marrying.

Adoptive Family NEW One or more children not born into the family but are made permanent members of that family by law.

Foster Family NEW Formed when a couple or individual assumes care for a child for an undetermined amount of time.

Trends in Families Birth rate- 1800 average family had 7 children. By the early 90’s that # dropped to two. Women in the workplace- created dual-career homes (dual-career families) Increasing Lifespan- people live longer today. Sandwich generation- parents take care of their children and their parents at the same time.

Changing Gender Roles

Trends in Families (cont.) 4. Mobility- people are more likely to move then before. This is due to bad economies, moving to other countries for jobs. Improved transportation allows people to move more easily. 5. Divorce- once rare it is now more common. If the rates stay the same ½ of all current marriages will be legally gone.

Functions of Families Development Areas Physical Emotional Social Intellectual Moral The function of the family is to nurture each member and promote development in 5 areas.

Physical Needs Provide food, clothing, and shelter. They also provide health care. Have rules to protect you.

Emotional Needs Show love and acceptance. Help you feel emotionally secure which builds your positive self-image and self-esteem. Help you deal with frustrations.

Social Needs Teach you how to behave towards others. Teach you about your culture as well as other cultures.

Intellectual Needs The family is the child’s first teacher. They should encourage creativity, and pass on knowledge.

Moral Needs Give children a code of conduct, morals, and values. Helping teach right and wrong

What Types of Family do you live in?? List Pros and Cons of family structure. Share with the class Please turn in for a group grade.

1. Extended Family 2. Foster Family 3. Nuclear Family 4. Blended Family 5. Single-Parent Family 6. Adoptive Family 7. Childless Family