Answer to Question #305581 in Sociology for Thoko

Question

Explain how functionalism theories see the role of the family

Answer 1

Functionalists focus on the positive functions performed by the nuclear family such as primary socialization and the stabilization of adult personalities.

Functionalists view the family as a particularly important institution as they see it as the 'basic building block' of society which performs the key functions of socializing the young and meeting the emotional needs of its members. Stable families underpin social order and economic stability