Soci:2301 Marriage

Discussions Entries

You must write at least 200-300 words in length to support
your position. Be sure to note the chapter number and the type of question you
picked. Your response must be thoughtful; responding by writing “I
agree” or “I disagree,” is NOT a sufficient response. Be sure to
include the question in your response.

1) 
1)Discuss the functions of marriage for the
individual and for society and predict whether marriage will or will not
continue as a viable social institution

 
2)Select five of the most important
communication principles and techniques discussed in the chapter on
communication and justify your selection.

(Make Communication a priority, Ask
open-ended questions, Make positive statements, Tell your partner what you want)

3)Discuss the reasons for getting married which
should be avoided.

 
4)Describe the problems and benefits associated
with military marriages.

 
5)Discuss the lifestyle changes and financial
costs associated with having and rearing children

 
6)Discuss the outcomes to the child of a
father’s involvement in the child’s life.

 
7)Discuss the micro factors that tend to lead to
divorce. (Falling Out of Love, Decreasing Positive Behaviors, Having an Affair,
Having Poor Conflict Resolution Skills, Spending Limited Time Together )

8)Discuss the relationships of the elderly with
their spouses, siblings, and children.