Problem
Diffusion of family role expectations
Nature:
The function of the family in society has been lost. Families find themselves unable to function effectively in the ambiguity and insecurity of modern society. Families refuse to embrace the necessity of functioning in a global context. Previously, both men and women expected and experienced that the family provided them with love, happiness, proper role fulfilment, security for the future, and historical continuity through their children. Now the institution of the family is experiencing fragmentation in its day-to-day activities, with a shift to liberal sexual mores and a divisive alienation of life styles between generations. The question of what is to be gained from having a family is being raised. The marriage covenant has been replaced with a sexual contract. Or the family hides in the status quo. Broader Problems:
Inappropriate role learningLost family role in society Narrower Problems:
Socially ineffective family unitsIndividualistic perception of sexual activityDefiance of tradition-bound domestic leadershipIrresponsibility of young people towards the family Aggravates:
OverworkFamily breakdownLimitations of monogamyLifestyle discriminationFear of personal insecurityConflicting children's rolesConfused identity of womanhoodDecline of the extended familySocial isolation of the elderlyUnperceived interests of childrenExclusion of pre-adults from family decisions Reduces:
Static and unrelated social roles Values:
Diffuseness References:
Kelly, Christine M: Feminism v Mankind Subject(s):
Society → FamilyProblem Type:
F: Fuzzy exceptional problems Date of last update
08.06.1999 – 00:00 CEST