In Committed Heterosexual Partnerships,women Tend to Complete a Disproportionate Amount

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Essay

In committed heterosexual partnerships,women tend to complete a disproportionate amount of domestic labor.Compare and contrast at least two different theories or theoretical concepts that can be used to explain why this occurs.In addition,relate each of these theories to sociocultural expectations about gender and domestic labor that affect how this labor typically is managed.

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Larger Context

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Family Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that involves all members of a nuclear or extended family and aims to address dysfunctional patterns and relationships within the family unit.

Cognitive Restructuring

Cognitive Restructuring is a psychological technique that aims to identify and challenge irrational or maladaptive thoughts and replace them with more rational or adaptive thoughts.

High Standards

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