SOC 140 - Marriage and the Family in the United States

1. describe courtship, dating, and gender roles;
2. differentiate between liking, infatuation, and love;
3. recognize the communication styles  of men, women, and people in relationships;
4. describe changing values, structures, and norms toward cohabitating families in the U.S.;
5. identify the various types and main functions of the American family;
6. identify the main factors leading to divorce and relationships post-divorce in contemporary U.S.;
7. describe various styles of parenting in the U.S.;
8. recognize the impact of family violence on children and marriages in the U.S.;
9. and examine the historical significance on contemporary society as it relates to marriage and family structures, language, and societal expectations.