the family
THE FAMILY
There is no general definition of the term ’’ family’’ as its structure and functions vary from society to society. In our society, the family is seen as a group or social arrangement in which individuals who are specifically related by blood, marriage, adoption or some other factor, group together and tend to share a domestic unit-a household. Not all households can be described as families, however. The family is the basis on which large communities or societies are formed. It influences the behavior and personality of its members and society. The concept of the family is universal. However, the form and functions of the family may differ in primitive, or modern, agrarian or industrialized societies. In Caribbean society, exiting family patterns have been influenced by our foreparents. The family as an institution is a means of survival by which people can procreate and so continue the species, provide for each other materially and socially, and assist its members to develop to their highest potential for service to their family and their country. Individuals within the family perform certain functions to satisfy needs and foster relationships among members.
1. INTRODUCTION
This brief summary is based on the different types of family and the roles, responsibilities and functions that arise in the family household. The purpose of this summary is to gain knowledge and develop skills which will enable us to be more aware of our family type and the part in which we play and how important they are.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The researcher would like to express tremendous
There is no general definition of the term ’’ family’’ as its structure and functions vary from society to society. In our society, the family is seen as a group or social arrangement in which individuals who are specifically related by blood, marriage, adoption or some other factor, group together and tend to share a domestic unit-a household. Not all households can be described as families, however. The family is the basis on which large communities or societies are formed. It influences the behavior and personality of its members and society. The concept of the family is universal. However, the form and functions of the family may differ in primitive, or modern, agrarian or industrialized societies. In Caribbean society, exiting family patterns have been influenced by our foreparents. The family as an institution is a means of survival by which people can procreate and so continue the species, provide for each other materially and socially, and assist its members to develop to their highest potential for service to their family and their country. Individuals within the family perform certain functions to satisfy needs and foster relationships among members.
1. INTRODUCTION
This brief summary is based on the different types of family and the roles, responsibilities and functions that arise in the family household. The purpose of this summary is to gain knowledge and develop skills which will enable us to be more aware of our family type and the part in which we play and how important they are.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The researcher would like to express tremendous
Bibliography: Subject: Home Economic Management Date: October 28, 2013