MHW 642: FAMILIES IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY Assignment- Grand Canyon University
In an essay (500-750 words), citing two to four scholarly sources, answer the following prompts:
Select a diverse family system.
1. Explain the impact of feminism, patriarchy/gender roles, and social class on the family system you selected.
2. Explain the impact of the market on the family system: labor, wealth, consumers, etc.
3. Explain the impact of the state on the family system: laws, regulations, policies, education, etc.
Sociological Influences Worksheet
It is essential for mental health workers to understand the influence of external factors on family dynamics. This assignment will help you learn this concept.
Citing two to four scholarly sources, answer the following:
Topic 2: Sociological Influences of the Family
List five sociological factors that can influence family dynamics:
Select two of the factors you listed above.
Explain the influence the two selected sociological factors have on family dynamics. (100-150 words)
Explain how these family systems listed below adapt to the two sociological factors you selected above. (50-75 words each)
Single-mother families:
Married couple families:
Single-father families:
Lastly, explain why it is important for mental health workers to understand the sociological factors that influence family dynamics. (100-150 words)
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.