List and briefly describe the five vital services for society that were performed by the family unit of our evolutionary ancestors
What will be an ideal response?
In addition to promoting survival of its members, the family unit of our evolutionary ancestors performed the following vital services for society:
– Reproduction. Replacing dying members.
– Economic services. Producing and distributing goods and services.
– Social order. Devising procedures for reducing conflict and maintaining order.
– Socialization. Training the young to become competent, participating members of society.
– Emotional support. Helping others surmount emotional crises and fostering in each person a sense of commitment and purpose.
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