SOC182

SOC182/SO182 – Sociology of Families

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Course ID
SOC182
Department
Sociology
Level
Undergraduate
Semester
Fall 2024: Term 3: September 16 -December 6, 2024, Summer 2024 Term 2: May 20 – July 12
Credit
3
Method
Online

SOC182 Sociology of Families A course that combines a functional and a sociological approach to the study of marriage and the family will examine marriage and the family within the context of an intimate relationship as well as within the framework of sociological theory and research. Included is the examination and comparison of patterns of behavior surrounding these institutions historically and cross-culturally, with an emphasis on contemporary U.S. society. Topics explored are building successful relationships, intimacy, marriage in America, gender convergence and role equity, communication, dating, sexual mores, changing attitudes, mate selection, expectations of marriage, legal aspects of marriage, human sexuality, family planning, parenthood, family finances, family life stages, family, crises, divorce, growth, and fulfillment.

Prerequisite: None

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