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3.2 Discussion: Family Life Cycle

Getting Started

The concept of family development did not really start being discussed in the lifespan literature until the early 1930s. As you are aware, families have changed a great deal since then. Has the applicability of the family life cycle theory or perspective kept up with these major changes in families? Various aspects of family development need to be considered: formal marriage, age of marriage, career trajectories (or lack of them), time when children come into the family, economics, divorce, and many other aspects. Another important component is how the life cycle theory relates to young adults. Family development can determine the choices a young adult makes for career or education (college), as well as perhaps starting their own family. How does understanding these familial changes help you better understand human development across the lifespan?

Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:

· Evaluate changes in the family life cycle over time.

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Resources

· eBook: 
Developmental Theories Through the Life Cycle

· Article: A Modernized Family Life Cycle

· Article: The Family Life Cycle and Social Change

· Video: Changing Families: Child of Our Time (Optional)

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Background Information

For this discussion, you will learn about one theory of family development, the family life cycle theory (FLC). Similar to human development, families encounter some common cycles that can be explored in research. You will consider how FLC has evolved over the years, and you will have the opportunity to apply it to different types of families, young adults, and your own life, as well.

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Instructions

1. Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.

2. Read Chapter 4 in the eBook, 

Developmental Theories Through the Life Cycle
.

3. Read the following articles:

a.

A Modernized Family Life Cycle

b.

The Family Life Cycle and Social Change

4. Optionally, watch the video, 

Changing Families: Child of Our Time 2013
 (57:57 min). You can also read the 

Changing Families: Child of Our Time 2013: Transcript
.

5. Navigate to the discussion topic and respond to the following prompts:

a. Discuss the changes in the family life cycle perspective or theory (FLC) over the years.

b. How relevant is the FLC perspective or theory for your life?

c. How relevant is FLC for diverse families?

d. How does FLC impact young adults?

6. Use the resources and other materials to support your answers.

7. Your initial post is due by the end of the fourth day of the workshop.

8. Read and respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings, as well as instructor follow-up questions directed to you, by the end of the workshop.

9. Your postings should also:

a. Be well developed by providing clear answers with evidence of critical thinking.

b. Add greater depth to the discussion by introducing new ideas.

c. Provide clarification to classmates’ questions and provide insight into the discussion.

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