Essentials of Sociology
Fourth Edition
Learning Objectives
10.1 Explain basic sociological concepts of the family, marriage, and intimate relationships.
10.2 Describe current social trends changing marriage and the family.
10.3 Apply structural/functional, conflict/critical, and inter/actionist theories to the family.
10.4 Describe current problems associated with the family.
10.5 Identify the effects of globalization on the family.