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Outline and discuss the view that the family functions for the good of society and individuals In accordance to the Functionalist theory the family are thought of as the cornerstone of our social lives. Functionalists have always talked about the idea of the typical nuclear family, with two parents who are involved in a heterosexual relationship and children, and have always believed this to be society's ideal norm family for the general benefit of all involved. This nuclear family are shaped the way they are for a reason and are made to fit perfectly into the needs of modern society. The Father and Mother, although arguably times are changing both have very differing roles to reflect their positions in society and there role allocation is made to fit the needs and desires of society. The Mother and Father are heterosexual anything else is considered unacceptable in society, they have at least...

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