1. Family Relationships Chapter 5

2. The Family is often called “the basic unit of society” Why? This is where children are raised and values are learned. (Where we first learn to relate to others) The Family and Social Health In a healthy relationship with family members, children learn: 1. To love and respect 2. To get along with others 3. To function as a part of a group

3. Families Today Families Today Versus Families in the 1950’s

4. The Changing Family Cause: More women in the work force. Effect : a. families spend less time together, parents must trust others to care for their children. Cause: High divorce rate Effect:b. changes in family structure and finances, could affect health of family members. Cause: Postponing marriage Effect:c. familes are smaller, more women have no children

5. Family Forms Nuclear Family Consist of a couple and their child or children living together in one household. This includes the couple’s biological children or adopted children. Single-Parent Family Only on parent lives with the child or children. Extended Family A group of close relatives living together or near each other.

6. Family Forms Blended Family A biological parent, a stepparent, and the children of one or both parents. Foster Family An adult or couple cares for children whose biological parents are unable to care for them. Other Families: Married couples without children OR a group of unrelated people who choose to live together.

7. Responsibilities Within the Family Adult Responsibilities: Providing for basic needs, setting rules, socialization Children’s Responsibilities: Following rules, doing homework, tidying up after self. Responsibilities of All Family Members: Doing household chores, caring for other family members, helping each other.