Sociologists cite the weakening of the family as one of the causes for some of the problems that American society faces today. Do you agree? Include the following information:
- Identify important or significant changes in families since 1960. What factors are responsible for this change?
- On the balance, are families becoming weaker or simply different in society? What evidence can you cite?
- If you agree that the family has become weaker in American society, what proposals do you have to strengthen the family?
- If you disagree and believe that the family has become stronger in American culture in recent decades, please explain why.