Natures of the Family

What is a family?

• is the principal institution for the socialization of children.
• is a group of people affiliated by consanguinity, affinity, or co-residence and/or shared consumption.

Functions of the Family

• 1. Socialization of children 2. Economic cooperation division of labor 3. Care, supervision, monitoring, & interaction 4. Legitimizing sexual relations 5. Reproduction 6. Provision of status 7. Affection and emotional support

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