Family Theories in FAML 400 UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Symbolic Interactionism Theory - CORRECT ANSWER - Focuses on meanings derived
from social interactions.
Basic Assumptions - CORRECT ANSWER - Key beliefs underlying a theoretical
framework.
Power Dynamics - CORRECT ANSWER - Role of power is often overlooked in theories.
Reality Creation - CORRECT ANSWER - Individuals shape their realities through
interactions.
Structure Functionalism Theory - CORRECT ANSWER - Analyzes family functions and
societal roles.
Procreation Function - CORRECT ANSWER - Families primarily exist to reproduce and
socialize children.
Ascription/Achievement - CORRECT ANSWER - Roles based on birth versus earned
roles.
Diffuseness/Specificity - CORRECT ANSWER - Relationships meeting multiple needs
versus specific needs.
Reflexivity - CORRECT ANSWER - Humans reflect on experiences to guide behavior.
, Structure - CORRECT ANSWER - Composition and organization of the family unit.
Function - CORRECT ANSWER - Activities and roles performed by a family.
Instrumental Roles - CORRECT ANSWER - Roles necessary for physical survival of
family.
Expressive Roles - CORRECT ANSWER - Roles focused on emotional and psychological
support.
Equilibrium - CORRECT ANSWER - State of balance within the family system.
Symbols - CORRECT ANSWER - Meanings assigned through social interaction,
especially language.
Deviant Behavior - CORRECT ANSWER - Actions that diverge from established social
norms.
Conformity - CORRECT ANSWER - Adherence to societal expectations and norms.
Rituals - CORRECT ANSWER - Established patterns of behavior within families.
Impression Management - CORRECT ANSWER - How individuals present themselves in
various roles.
Looking-glass Self - CORRECT ANSWER - Self-perception influenced by others'
reactions.
Retreatism - CORRECT ANSWER - Rejection of both societal goals and means.
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Symbolic Interactionism Theory - CORRECT ANSWER - Focuses on meanings derived
from social interactions.
Basic Assumptions - CORRECT ANSWER - Key beliefs underlying a theoretical
framework.
Power Dynamics - CORRECT ANSWER - Role of power is often overlooked in theories.
Reality Creation - CORRECT ANSWER - Individuals shape their realities through
interactions.
Structure Functionalism Theory - CORRECT ANSWER - Analyzes family functions and
societal roles.
Procreation Function - CORRECT ANSWER - Families primarily exist to reproduce and
socialize children.
Ascription/Achievement - CORRECT ANSWER - Roles based on birth versus earned
roles.
Diffuseness/Specificity - CORRECT ANSWER - Relationships meeting multiple needs
versus specific needs.
Reflexivity - CORRECT ANSWER - Humans reflect on experiences to guide behavior.
, Structure - CORRECT ANSWER - Composition and organization of the family unit.
Function - CORRECT ANSWER - Activities and roles performed by a family.
Instrumental Roles - CORRECT ANSWER - Roles necessary for physical survival of
family.
Expressive Roles - CORRECT ANSWER - Roles focused on emotional and psychological
support.
Equilibrium - CORRECT ANSWER - State of balance within the family system.
Symbols - CORRECT ANSWER - Meanings assigned through social interaction,
especially language.
Deviant Behavior - CORRECT ANSWER - Actions that diverge from established social
norms.
Conformity - CORRECT ANSWER - Adherence to societal expectations and norms.
Rituals - CORRECT ANSWER - Established patterns of behavior within families.
Impression Management - CORRECT ANSWER - How individuals present themselves in
various roles.
Looking-glass Self - CORRECT ANSWER - Self-perception influenced by others'
reactions.
Retreatism - CORRECT ANSWER - Rejection of both societal goals and means.
