Motherhood Mystique
IV. Please read the chapter on Gender and Families, the powerpoint presentations on the course homepage on Mother Work, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Pedophilia, topical articles and any related videos on the course homepage to address the following: Outline the history of families and how the conception of motherhood has changed in particular. What is meant by the terms momism and the motherhood mystique? What is the feminist perspective on families? Discuss within the context of the ideal family, family diversity, and family violence. Discuss the various forms of family violence and its consequences. What do feminist scholars believe is the reason for violence against women? What is your best suggestion to eliminate family violence from society?