Impact of Social Class upon Experience of Family

Impact of Social Class upon
Experience of Family
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Table of Contents
Introductory section.........................................................................................................................2
Theoretical section...........................................................................................................................2
Critical Thinking Analysis...............................................................................................................4
References........................................................................................................................................5

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Introductory section
The topic that has been chosen is the "Impact of social class upon the experience of family." As
per the sociologists, social class is considered to be a person's occupation, income and education
level. Based on these factors, it is considered that a person falls within the social class structure.
According to the analysis of Annette Lareau's based on social class as well as family life, the
children of the upper class and middle-class parents spend more amount of time in systematized
activities that create a positive impact on the children (Cohen). As a result, social class play a
crucial role in family life, especially those with children. Moreover, the middle-class families
possess more chances to stay in neighborhoods that consist of high tax-base that helps the
children to attend a well-funded school. According to the researchers, the children whose parents
have secured advanced degrees are more likely to acquire a degree by themselves. As per Lareau
it is determined to be concerted cultivation that enhances talent within a child. Thus, it can be
said that social class creates a positive impact on family life.
Theoretical section
The three theoretical perspectives chosen are structural functionalism, social conflict and
exchange for analyzing the topic.
Structural functionalism theory
It is a sociological theory that demonstrates the manner in which society operates by focusing on
the relationship among multiple social institutions which develops a society. This theory can be
applied to the topic as it states that society is regarded as the fundamental building block of a
nuclear family. It helps in observing different family unit as a construct that helps in running the