Respond to each one

Discussion 7

Chapter 3 draws distinctions between the functions of the family unit. Which of these functions is the most important to the maintenance of deep structure of culture? Why? Does your opinion create advantages for you? How does your position limit you? (For example, if I think 'reproduction' is the most important, I may be emboldened by the fact that I have 5 children. Or I may feel inferior if I've have no children.) Which one of these family functions, if any, needs more focus or cultivating in today's society?

Discussion 8

Put the word family into an internet browser search engine and then select "images" to look at the photos, cartoons, etc. that pop up when we look up the word family. What do you notice about those 'families' that the internet determines are families? Are there any disturbing trends? Any reassuring trends? Choose one photo that came up in your search and analyze it based on the elements and qualities your book uses to explain the family unit. (Be sure to include a link to the photo or upload it directly in your post.)

Discussion 9

Chapter 3 discusses intercultural views regarding the elderly. Choose one of the photos in the "Intercultural Images" section of the Content area. How does the image support or go against cultural constructions of the elderly? Are the images surprising to you or affirming to you? How might the images be altered to make them more interculturally 'traditional,' in your opinion?