How has authority in the family changed since the 1950? Draw on either Weber's or Foucault's analysis of power in your answer (500wrd limit)
In this essay I will be discussing the changing face of the 'Nuclear Family' and how this has affected the working of authority within the family. I will draw on the theories of Michel Foucault and his explanation of power distribution.
The nuclear Family '(consisting of husband and wife with dependent children) this was idealized and promoted in the 1950 with the husband going out to work and the wife taking care of the house and family matters. This was seen as the foundation of a healthy society, every child given a strong moral foundation to work and grow from. The Father figure was given the authority and the power over the other family members. This was demonstrated by him being the 'breadwinner' and responsible for supporting the family financially.
In this essay I will be discussing the changing face of the 'Nuclear Family' and how this has affected the working of authority within the family. I will draw on the theories of Michel Foucault and his explanation of power distribution.
The nuclear Family '(consisting of husband and wife with dependent children) this was idealized and promoted in the 1950 with the husband going out to work and the wife taking care of the house and family matters. This was seen as the foundation of a healthy society, every child given a strong moral foundation to work and grow from. The Father figure was given the authority and the power over the other family members. This was demonstrated by him being the 'breadwinner' and responsible for supporting the family financially.