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Sfei Unit1

The document provides an overview of the concept of family, defining it as a fundamental social unit responsible for transmitting cultural and ethical values, and serving as the first social context for individuals. It discusses the evolution of family structures in response to social changes, including the rise of single-parent and LGBTQ+ families, and highlights various family functions such as emotional support, education, and economic provision. Additionally, it contrasts functional and dysfunctional families, emphasizing the importance of positive parenting and healthy family dynamics.

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Sfei Unit1

The document provides an overview of the concept of family, defining it as a fundamental social unit responsible for transmitting cultural and ethical values, and serving as the first social context for individuals. It discusses the evolution of family structures in response to social changes, including the rise of single-parent and LGBTQ+ families, and highlights various family functions such as emotional support, education, and economic provision. Additionally, it contrasts functional and dysfunctional families, emphasizing the importance of positive parenting and healthy family dynamics.

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Unit 1.

Introductio
n
 Set of natural people related to each
What is other by marriage or kinship
a family? (O'Callaghan and Fernández, 2016).
 It is the basic unit of society that plays
Some a fundamental role in the transmission
definitions of cultural and ethical values as
elements of the development process
(UNESCO, 1988).
 It is the first social context with which
the newborn baby comes into contact
(Urdiales et al., 2021).
What is Family is the fundamental
social unit, composed of
a family? individuals connected by
marriage, kinship, or
emotional bonds,
responsible for
transmitting cultural
and ethical values and
serving as the first social
context for the
What is a family?
It is the first socializing agent (primary
socialization).
The first experiences of the individual and the
first contact with society take place.
The first interpersonal relationships develop
and the first impressions of oneself and the
surrounding world take place.
The individual would be influenced by these
early experiences: the way the child is brought
up, the context, etc.
What is Transmission of values, attitudes and social
a family? norms.
The family functions as a role model for
children, so the observed behaviours are
likely to be acquired.
Development of personal autonomy,
responsibility and commitment
Evolution of the Concept of
the Family: Social changes
 Women's entry into the workplace transformed
traditional family dynamics, questioning women's
exclusive role as caregivers and redistributing domestic
responsibilities.It contributed to the search for gender
equality and the acceptance of new family models.
 Divorce and separation became normalised in many
societies, leading to an increase in single-parent
families.
 The legalisation of equal marriage has broadened the
concept of family to include LGBTQ+ couples, reflecting
a shift in cultural values towards diversity and inclusion
Evolution of the Concept of
the Family: Social changes
Economic challenges have encouraged
intergenerational cohabitation, where
several generations live under the same
roof for economic or care reasons.
Delay in the age of emancipation of young
people from the family home.
Difficulties in balancing family and work
have led to grandparents playing a key role
in taking care of their grandchildren.
 Biological functions
 Reproduction: It ensures the continuity of Family
society by bringing new members into the
world. functions
 Protection and Care: It provides food,
shelter, healthcare, and safety for its
members.
 Emotional and Psychological functions
 Emotional Support: it creates a sense of
love, belonging, and security.
 Psychological Stability: it helps individuals
manage stress, build self-esteem, and
develop resilience.
 Educational and Socialization Functions
 Transmission of Values and Norms: it
instills cultural, moral, and ethical
Family
principles. functions
 Primary Socialization: it teaches children
how to interact with others and adapt to
society.
 Development of Identity: it shapes
personal and cultural identity through
traditions and heritage.
 Economic Functions:
 Provision of Resources: it ensures
financial support, including food,
clothing,shelter and education.
1. A single individual who lives alone, either by choice or
circumstance.
Types of 2. One parent (mother or father) raises one or more

families children. It can result from divorce, separation, death, or


personal choice.
3. It is formed when two separate families unite. It
• Adoptive includes step-parents and step-siblings.
• Foster 4. A family that temporarily cares for children who cannot
live with their biological parents due to various reasons,
• Unipersonal such as neglect, abuse, or legal issues.
• Extended 5. A family unit consisting of two parents and children.
• Monoparent 6. A family that includes not only the nuclear family but
also other relatives, such as grandparents, aunts,
al uncles, and cousins, often living together or maintaining
close connections.
• Nuclear
7. A family that has legally adopted a child, making them
• Reconstitut a permanent member of the household.
ed
Types of families
Unipersonal family: one single individual
who lives alone, either by choice or
circumstance.
Nuclear family: A family unit consisting of
two parents and children.
Extended family: A family structure that
includes not only the nuclear family but also
other relatives, such as grandparents, aunts,
uncles, and cousins, often living together or
maintaining close connections.
Types of families

Monoparental family: One parent


(mother or father) raises one or
more children. It can result from
divorce, separation, death, or
personal choice.
Reconstituted: it is formed when
two separate families unite. It
includes step-parents and step-
siblings.
Types of families
Foster family: a family that
temporarily cares for children who
cannot live with their biological parents
due to various reasons, such as
neglect, abuse, or legal issues.
Adoptive family: a family that has
legally adopted a child, making them a
permanent member of the household.
Positive parenting
(Álvarez-González et al., 2023; Rodrigo et
al,. 2010)
It refers to the behaviour of the parents in
order to achieve the integral development
and well-being of the child.
 Afection: healthy affective bonds involve
positive feelings such as acceptance,
security and a sense of belonging.
 Structured environment: facilitates the
acquisition of norms and values, as well as
habits and routines for the organisation of
daily activities.
Positive parenting
(Álvarez-González et al., 2023; Rodrigo et
al,. 2010)
 Stimulation and support: it is
necessary to know the characteristics
of the children and share time with
them in order to achieve motivation
and the development of their abilities.
 Acknowledgement: it is essential to
listen to them in order to recognise
their concerns, needs, relationships
and activities.
 Empowerment: it is important to
enhance their value so that they
Positive feel protagonists and competent.
parentin There must be spaces for listening,
reflection and explanation in order
g to develop their autonomy and self-
(Álvarez- regulation.
González et  Non-violent education: physical
al., 2023; and psychological punishment
Rodrigo et al,. should be avoided in the face of
2010) misbehaviour and reacted to with
an explanation or time for reflection.
Functional Dysfunctional

Functiona Acceptan Each member is


ce valued for who they
Members may feel
judged, unwanted,

l vs
are, not based on or pressured to meet
their achievements, unattainable
behavior, or standards. This
disfunctio conformity. It fosters
emotional security
fosters anxiety, low
self-esteem, and
nal and trust, forming the feelings of
foundation for healthy inadequacy.
families self-esteem and
mutual respect.
(depending on
family Appreciat Every member’s They often focus on
ion strengths and faults rather than
conditions) contributions are strengths, leading to
acknowledged. This criticism,
builds an atmosphere belittlement, or
of positivity and neglect. Over time,
gratitude, helping this creates
members feel resentment and
Functiona Functional
Members A functional family
Dysfunctional
Dysfunctional
l vs hip creates a sense of
belonging and
families lack this
sense of unity.
disfunctio security. Each
member feels they
Members may feel
like outsiders or
nal have a place in the
family, fostering a
undervalued.

families supportive
environment where
(depending on individuals thrive.
family Trust Members rely on each Trust is often broken
conditions) other emotionally and through dishonesty,
practically, knowing inconsistency, or
that honesty and betrayal. This leads
dependability are to guardedness,
upheld. secrecy, and fear of
vulnerability.
Functiona Compete
Functional
They encourage
Dysfunctional
They expect
l vs nce growth and allow
room for mistakes,
perfection or punish
mistakes harshly,
disfunctio emphasizing learning
over perfection. This
discouraging risk-
taking and stifling
nal builds resilience and
problem-solving skills.
personal growth.

families Contribut Everyone contributes


to shared
Contributions are
unequal or coerced.
(depending on ion
responsibilities. This This creates feelings
family fosters teamwork, of exploitation,
conditions) mutual respect, and a resentment, or
sense of fairness. tyranny.
Functiona Compete
Functional
They encourage
Dysfunctional
They expect
l vs nce growth and allow
room for mistakes,
perfection or punish
mistakes harshly,
disfunctio emphasizing learning
over perfection. This
discouraging risk-
taking and stifling
nal builds resilience and
problem-solving skills.
personal growth.

families Contribut Everyone contributes


to shared
Contributions are
unequal or coerced.
(depending on ion
responsibilities. This This creates feelings
family fosters teamwork, of exploitation,
conditions) mutual respect, and a resentment, or
sense of fairness. tyranny.
Functional Dysfunctional
Limits They establish clear, They either enforce
consistent, and excessively rigid or non-
respectful boundaries. existent limits. This
Functiona These limits foster
security, mutual
creates confusion,
resentment, or a lack of

l vs respect, and
accountability.
self-control.

disfunctio Communicat Effective


ion communication is
They often engage in
criticism, avoidance, or

nal
characterized by active conflict-driven
listening, empathy, and communication. This
clarity. It fosters erodes trust and
families understanding, increases tension. In
emotional support, and families where
(depending on healthy conflict communication is
family dynamics) resolution. entirely absent, the
emotional connection
between members
breaks down.
Goals They set shared, Goals are often self-
realistic goals that align centered, conflicting, or
with their values. These absent altogether. Family

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