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Talcott Parsons Functional Fit Theory: Mind Map and Critiques

Talcott Parsons' functionalist theory faces significant historical and interpretivist critiques regarding family structure and socialization. Key challenges come from historical evidence showing extended families in industrial Britain and interpretivists questioning the passive role of children in socialization.

• Historical studies by Peter Laslett (1965) and Mike Anderson (1973) contradict Parsons functions of the family by showing nuclear and extended families coexisted in pre-industrial Britain

• Willmott and Young's research (1969) demonstrates working-class extended family networks persisted during industrialization

• Talcott Parsons' theory of functionalism is partially supported by later research on the emergence of the symmetrical family and neo-conventional family structures

• Interpretivist perspectives challenge Parsons functional fit theory by highlighting children's active role in family dynamics

• Ronald Fletcher's work suggests the nuclear family maintained multiple functions while receiving state support

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Talcott Parsons Functional Fit Theory: Mind Map and Critiques

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Historical and Interpretivist Critiques of Parsons

This page presents several major critiques of Parsons' view on education and family theory. The historical critiques from Laslett, Anderson, and Willmott & Young challenge Parsons' assumptions about family structure during industrialization. The interpretivist perspective questions his view of socialization.

Example: Willmott and Young's study of Bethnal Green showed working-class extended families where women supported each other with childcare and men helped each other find work.

Definition: The symmetrical family refers to a privatized nuclear unit where spouses share domestic responsibilities and leisure time.

Highlight: Chester's concept of the neo-conventional family suggests that most people experience nuclear family life at some point, partially supporting Parsons' views.

Quote: "The British functionalist does not belong in structural differentiation led to a loss of functions in the family. He argues that the nuclear family still carries out education, welfare and health functions but is not assisted by the state." - Ronald Fletcher

Vocabulary: Pester power - the influence children have over their parents' behavior and decisions, particularly regarding purchases or activities.

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