Choices and Constraints in Family Life 2nd Edition by Maureen Baker ISBN 978-0195431599 0195431596
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ISBN 10: 0195431596
ISBN 13: 978-0195431599
Author: Maureen Baker
Designed specifically for sociology of the family courses, this text examines the choices and constraints placed on individuals, relationships, and marriages in light of both family circumstances and societal expectations. Using an interdisciplinary approach that draws on the latest research in sociology, psychology, anthropology, and social history, Choices and Constraints in Family Life explores emerging patterns in family life, including rising rates of cohabitation among both heterosexual and same-sex couples, trends in birth rates, and higher rates of separation, re-partnering, and stepfamilies. With the most up-to-date statistical data, new information on aging and women in the workforce, and extensive coverage of historical and theoretical perspectives, this new second edition is a concise yet comprehensive examination of family life in western society.
Table of contents:
1 Conceptualizing Families
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Defining Families
Defining ‘Family Policies’
Gender, Social Class, and Family Policies
Cultural Variations in Families
Family Structure
Authority and Lineage
Marriage Systems
Multiculturalism and Cultural Clashes
Conceptualizing Family Patterns
Structural Theories of Family Patterns
Interpersonal Factors Shape Family Life
Ideas, Global Culture, and Public Discourse Influence Family Life
Methods of Family Research
Conclusion
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
2 Forming Relationships
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Dating as a Recent Social Phenomenon
The Social Regulation of Courtship
Current Dating and Sexual Practices
Dating Abuse
Finding Partners: Advertising versus Tradition
Who Marries Whom?
The Single Life
Conclusion
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
3 Cohabitation and Marriage
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Cohabitation among Heterosexual Couples
The Rise in Same-Sex Cohabitation
The Social and Policy Implications of Increased Cohabitation
The Changing Meaning of Marriage
Cultural Practices in Marriage
Preferred Marriage Partners and the Exchange of Gifts
Residence, Relations with Kin, and Surnames
Marriage Rates
The Quality of Marriage
Male Violence against Female Partners
Barriers to Legal Marriage
Conclusion
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
4 Child-bearing, Child-rearing, and Childhood
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Why Have Children?
Patterns in Childlessness
Declining Family Size
Parenting and Childhood in the Past
Childbirth and Maternity Practices
Medically Assisted Conception
Rearing and Supervising Children
Child Welfare Issues
Child Care Subsidies
The Extension of Adolescence
New Research about Childhood and Parenting
Conclusion
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Tales
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
5 Household Work and Money
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Cohabitation, Marriage, and Housework
Household Money and Wealth Accumulation
Changing Labour Markets
Gender and Work
Employment and Parenthood
Dealing With ‘Child Poverty
Parental Leave and Child Care Subsidies
Conclusion: The Growing Impact of Paid Work on Family Life
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
6 Separation, Divorce, and Re-partnering
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Why Are So Many Couples Separating?
Separation Outcomes
Family and Divorce Laws
Marriage, Gender, and Property
Reforms in Child Custody and Residence Patterns
Reforms in Child-Support Assessment and Enforcement
Children, Separation, and Divorce
Remarriage and Stepfamilies
Conclusion
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings Suggested Websites
7 Midlife, Aging, and Retirement
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
The Changing Meaning of Aging
Life Expectancy, the Life Cycle, and Aging
Mid-Life: Is it a Time of Security or Crisis?
Life Satisfaction and Marriage Stability
Grandparenting
Retirement Income and Pensions
Becoming Frail
Does Aging Make People More Conservative?
Conclusion
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
8 Constraints on Personal Choices
Learning Objectives
Chapter Outline
Introduction
Predicting Future Family Patterns
Will People Still Get Married?
Will People Still Have Children?
How Will Couples Combine Work and Family?
Will Couples Stay Together?
Will Aging Be a Problem?
The Future of Family Studies
Summary
Questions for Critical Thought
Suggested Readings
Suggested Websites
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