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4 Dec 2025
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Tayah Rogers @tayahrogers_tvgd
Feminist theory challenges traditional views of the family, arguing it can be a source of oppression for women... Show more
Feminist theory isn't unified, but all approaches share the belief that women face gender-based injustice in family settings. Each perspective offers unique insights while criticising different aspects of family structure.
Marxist feminists focus on women's unpaid domestic labour, which benefits capitalism by reproducing the workforce without compensation. Irene Bruegel describes women as a "reserve army of labour" who are pushed into part-time or temporary work around family responsibilities. Their solution involves dismantling capitalism to eliminate this exploitation.
Liberal feminists advocate for equal rights and opportunities within existing family structures. They push for legislative changes like the Sexual Offences Act 2003, which made marital rape illegal. They support practical policies such as paid parental leave and affordable childcare to help women balance family and work responsibilities.
Think about it Liberal feminism has created tangible changes in family life through legislation, but is changing laws enough to transform deeply embedded gender roles in families?
Radical feminists like Kate Millett argue that patriarchy is the root problem, with the family serving as a key site of women's oppression through male violence and control. Writers like Germaine Greer propose alternative family structures such as women-only "matrilocal" households to escape male domination completely.
Difference feminists challenge one-size-fits-all approaches, arguing that women experience family differently based on their social, economic, and cultural contexts. They recognise that family can be both oppressive and supportive, depending on individual circumstances.
The various feminist perspectives often critique each other. Marxists criticise liberals for not addressing economic inequalities, while radicals claim liberals don't challenge patriarchy's fundamental structures. Difference feminists criticise others for overlooking diversity in women's experiences.
A major strength of feminist theory is its acknowledgment of the "dark side" of family life, providing balance to the overly positive functionalist perspective. Feminist activism has significantly improved women's lives and freedoms, even for those who don't identify as feminists.
Remember While feminists disagree on solutions, they've collectively highlighted issues like domestic violence and unequal childcare that other theories overlooked.
However, feminist theory has weaknesses too. The lack of agreement between different feminist approaches can undermine their collective message. Critics also argue that feminists sometimes fail to recognise how gender socialisation constrains men into masculine roles just as it does women into feminine ones.
The New Right strongly opposes feminist theory, claiming it undermines the traditional nuclear family by promoting alternative structures like single-parent and same-sex families. They see these challenges to conventional gender roles as threats to social stability.
Functionalists like Parsons reject the feminist view that the family is inherently patriarchal. Instead, they argue that traditional gender roles serve necessary functions in society and represent a meritocratic rather than oppressive system.
Postmodernists criticise feminists for sometimes assuming universal characteristics that define what it means to be male or female. They argue instead that gender is entirely socially constructed and that there are no essential male or female qualities.
Critical thinking point Consider how feminism has evolved—early feminists focused on legal rights, while later waves addressed cultural issues and diverse women's experiences.
Despite these criticisms, feminist theory has made invaluable contributions to understanding family dynamics. It has sparked important discussions about creating more equitable family structures, highlighted the value of unpaid care work, and challenged assumptions about "natural" gender roles. Feminist insights continue to shape both academic thinking and practical policies affecting family life.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
Tayah Rogers
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Feminist theory challenges traditional views of the family, arguing it can be a source of oppression for women through unequal domestic labour and gender expectations. Unlike functionalists who see family roles as natural and beneficial, feminists view gender inequality as... Show more
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Feminist theory isn't unified, but all approaches share the belief that women face gender-based injustice in family settings. Each perspective offers unique insights while criticising different aspects of family structure.
Marxist feminists focus on women's unpaid domestic labour, which benefits capitalism by reproducing the workforce without compensation. Irene Bruegel describes women as a "reserve army of labour" who are pushed into part-time or temporary work around family responsibilities. Their solution involves dismantling capitalism to eliminate this exploitation.
Liberal feminists advocate for equal rights and opportunities within existing family structures. They push for legislative changes like the Sexual Offences Act 2003, which made marital rape illegal. They support practical policies such as paid parental leave and affordable childcare to help women balance family and work responsibilities.
Think about it: Liberal feminism has created tangible changes in family life through legislation, but is changing laws enough to transform deeply embedded gender roles in families?
Radical feminists like Kate Millett argue that patriarchy is the root problem, with the family serving as a key site of women's oppression through male violence and control. Writers like Germaine Greer propose alternative family structures such as women-only "matrilocal" households to escape male domination completely.
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Difference feminists challenge one-size-fits-all approaches, arguing that women experience family differently based on their social, economic, and cultural contexts. They recognise that family can be both oppressive and supportive, depending on individual circumstances.
The various feminist perspectives often critique each other. Marxists criticise liberals for not addressing economic inequalities, while radicals claim liberals don't challenge patriarchy's fundamental structures. Difference feminists criticise others for overlooking diversity in women's experiences.
A major strength of feminist theory is its acknowledgment of the "dark side" of family life, providing balance to the overly positive functionalist perspective. Feminist activism has significantly improved women's lives and freedoms, even for those who don't identify as feminists.
Remember: While feminists disagree on solutions, they've collectively highlighted issues like domestic violence and unequal childcare that other theories overlooked.
However, feminist theory has weaknesses too. The lack of agreement between different feminist approaches can undermine their collective message. Critics also argue that feminists sometimes fail to recognise how gender socialisation constrains men into masculine roles just as it does women into feminine ones.
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The New Right strongly opposes feminist theory, claiming it undermines the traditional nuclear family by promoting alternative structures like single-parent and same-sex families. They see these challenges to conventional gender roles as threats to social stability.
Functionalists like Parsons reject the feminist view that the family is inherently patriarchal. Instead, they argue that traditional gender roles serve necessary functions in society and represent a meritocratic rather than oppressive system.
Postmodernists criticise feminists for sometimes assuming universal characteristics that define what it means to be male or female. They argue instead that gender is entirely socially constructed and that there are no essential male or female qualities.
Critical thinking point: Consider how feminism has evolved—early feminists focused on legal rights, while later waves addressed cultural issues and diverse women's experiences.
Despite these criticisms, feminist theory has made invaluable contributions to understanding family dynamics. It has sparked important discussions about creating more equitable family structures, highlighted the value of unpaid care work, and challenged assumptions about "natural" gender roles. Feminist insights continue to shape both academic thinking and practical policies affecting family life.
Our AI Companion is a student-focused AI tool that offers more than just answers. Built on millions of Knowunity resources, it provides relevant information, personalised study plans, quizzes, and content directly in the chat, adapting to your individual learning journey.
You can download the app from Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.
3
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Transform this note into: ✓ 50+ Practice Questions ✓ Interactive Flashcards ✓ Full Mock Exam ✓ Essay Outlines
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
