| The primary purpose of this course is to study marriage, family, and intimate relationships, utilizing the sociological perspective. The course will offer an understanding of the similarities and differences in the marriage and family experience 1) in Western and non-Western cultures, 2) among historically marginalized cultures within the U.S., and 3) on a global, national, and regional scale. Particular emphasis will be given to the history of families, different forms of family, gender roles, mate selection, forming relationships, parenting, family and work, family violence, divorce an remarriage. |