What is the difference between the realistic view and the idealistic view of the family as it relates to family theory?

What will be an ideal response?


The realistic view claims that outside forces or institutions determine family behavior; the idealistic view suggests that the family's reactions to outside forces determine behavior.

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A) length of residence in the United States B) religious belief C) political participation D) gender

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Over the past few decades, __________ scholars have become increasingly concerned with whom researchers study, how they study them, and the omission of women

(a) historical (b) legal (c) feminist (d) political

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Mary is discussing her feelings about her country. Her consistent pattern of feelings toward her country is part of her _____

a. personality b. identity c. nature d. innate beliefs

Sociology

De facto segregation still exists in the United States

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology