Discuss at Least Five Characteristics of the Modern Nuclear Family

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Essay

Discuss at least five characteristics of the modern nuclear family that have been shaped by industrialism. Which of these five characteristics would you argue has been affected most by industrialization? Which family characteristic has been most positively affected and which most negatively affected by industrialization?

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Definitions:

Deviant Behavior

Actions or behaviors that deviate from societal norms or expectations, leading to possible sanctions or societal judgments.

Anomie

A state or condition of society or an individual characterized by a breakdown or absence of social norms and values, often leading to social instability and alienation.

Primitive Psychological Desires

Fundamental human motivations and needs that are inherent and instinctual, such as the desire for food, safety, and belonging.

Societal Encouragement

The support, promotion, or advocacy by society or its structures for certain behaviors, actions, or ideas.