Discuss How Patrilineal Descent Works and Describe Its Effects on Family

question 18

Essay

Discuss how patrilineal descent works and describe its effects on family structure and dynamics,using either the Lim family as an example or Watson's research in a Chinese village of rural Hong Kong Territory.

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Definitions:

Rogers

Pertains to Carl Rogers, a significant American psychologist and a founding figure of the humanistic psychology movement.

Humanistic Perspective

A psychological approach that emphasizes individual potential for growth, and focuses on the self and the individual's unique perception of the world, promoting a more holistic perspective of mental health.

Negative Aspects

Refers to the unfavorable or detrimental features, effects, or impacts associated with a situation, process, or thing.

Self-Actualizing

The process of realizing and fulfilling one's own potential and capabilities, often considered the pinnacle of personal development in Maslow's hierarchy of needs.