Describe Talcott Parsons's View of the Family in One to Three

question 14

Essay

Describe Talcott Parsons's view of the family in one to three sentences.What are two criticisms of his approach?

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, without the need for external reward or recognition.

External Reward

A reward that comes from outside the individual, often used as motivation for behavior, such as money, grades, praise, or awards.

Affiliation

A psychological need to feel a sense of involvement and "belonging" within a social group; it's the driving force behind our desire to build friendships, join groups, and identify with others.

Instinct

A natural, usually unchangeable behavior observed in animals as a reaction to specific triggers.