Using at least two pieces of evidence that demonstrate why many definitions of family do not adequately account for the diversity within and outside of contemporary western society, explain why “the family” is a social construction.
What will be an ideal response?
May include the following:
a. Many definitions’ inclusion of the term “household” excludes families who do not consistently live in the same residence: military families, traveling parents, incarcerated parents, etc.
b. Definitions often assume that families have a shared culture around eating, sleeping, and grooming, though this is not unique to nor the rule for families: prisoners, not eating together, different customs with different parts of the family, etc.
c. Definitions can limit families to those including a heterosexual, monogamous romantic relationship, overlooking other sexualities, polygamy, and cultural customs.
d. Do not consider the important impact of siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, etc.
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. Jus ad bellum b. Ex post facto c. Jus in bello d. Habeas corpus law e. None of the above
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