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What do functionalists say the family does for society?

It helps society work well. It teaches shared values and meets people’s basic needs.

It is agreement on norms and values. The family builds this by socialising children.

He said the nuclear family (two parents and their children) is found in all societies he studied and does key jobs.

Sexual (stable adult relationships), reproductive (having children), economic (food and shelter), and educational (primary socialisation).

Primary socialisation of children and stabilisation of adult personalities.

Parents teach children basic norms and values, like manners and rules.

It gives love and support that reduces stress from work. This helps adults stay stable.

Family structure changes to fit the needs of society. In industrial times, the nuclear family fits best.

It is small and can move for jobs. It supports a mobile, skilled workforce.

Men do the instrumental role (breadwinner). Women do the expressive role (caring and emotional support).

It has and raises the next generation of workers. It socialises them and supports workers emotionally.

They are too positive and ignore conflict and inequality, such as domestic violence or patriarchy.