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Social Studies - Changing Roles in The Caribbean

The document discusses changing roles and responsibilities in Caribbean families. It identifies several factors that contributed to this change, including women entering the workforce in greater numbers, increased access to technology reducing manual labor needs, and greater educational opportunities. The results of changing gender roles included identity crises as traditional roles were disrupted, marginalization of some men who struggled in new economic circumstances, and role conflicts as dual-income households emerged. Women gained independence and confidence as their social status and opportunities grew. The document also outlines various types of preparation needed for parenthood, including physical, emotional/psychological, and economic considerations like health insurance, budgeting, and savings.

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Social Studies - Changing Roles in The Caribbean

The document discusses changing roles and responsibilities in Caribbean families. It identifies several factors that contributed to this change, including women entering the workforce in greater numbers, increased access to technology reducing manual labor needs, and greater educational opportunities. The results of changing gender roles included identity crises as traditional roles were disrupted, marginalization of some men who struggled in new economic circumstances, and role conflicts as dual-income households emerged. Women gained independence and confidence as their social status and opportunities grew. The document also outlines various types of preparation needed for parenthood, including physical, emotional/psychological, and economic considerations like health insurance, budgeting, and savings.

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CHANGING

ROLES &
RESPONSIBILITIES
IN THE
CARIBBEAN 
Factors which contribute to the changing roles and responsibilities
of men and women in the Caribbean family:

 Status of women in society- During the 1800s, the role of women began to change drastically when
they began to uphold jobs that previously only men could. They were also living healthier and longer
lives, due to a decreased mortality in childbirth, allowing them more freedom to do as they please.
 Choice of employment- During revolutionary times it became the right of the people to seek jobs and in
turn receive wages despite of race, gender and religion  
 Available technology- Upgrades in machinery caused a decrease in the number of persons to be
involved in working lands thus many hand extra time to do other things such as attend school 
 Leisure activities- Over time a lot more investments were put into fun parks, cinemas and even
restaurant and bars 
 Educational opportunities- It soon became mandatory for children to advance into secondary school
and not be hindered by having to assist parents in the land attending to crops such as cocoa and
nutmeg,
RESULTS OF THE CHANGING ROLES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEN AND
WOMEN IN THE CARIBBEAN FAMILY
 Identity crisis- a period of uncertainty and confusion in which a person's sense of
identity becomes insecure, typically due to a change in their expected aims or role in
society.
 Marginalization of the male-  the process of making men feel less important or relegated
to a secondary position. 
 Role conflict- occurs when there are incompatible demands placed upon a person
relating to their job or position.
  Development of self-esteem and confidence of women/independence of women. 
IDENTITY CRISIS 

 As women started being part of the work force and men having less jobs due to the
increase technology and introduction of machinery. Some men took up roles in the
household to care for children and the home.
 During this period a lot of men experienced depression and confusion as they were
not used to being confined in the house depending on their spouse for
financial support 
 In the same way women who were now exposed to the workforce
experienced frustration as they were not accustom to working under pressure as
they had to complete their designated tasks efficiently and effectively.
MARGINALIZATION OF MEN 

 Men were once seen as the sole proprietors in the home- they worked in areas such
as farming, construction and as tradesmen. They provided food and all finances in
the home. 
 As time passed and changes occurred with women being less oppressed and
confined to the home,  alot of women started working and slowly
became providers of the home as well. 
 Due to the jobs women took up, most of them started earning more than the men
which caused a change in which society viewed men. 
 As a result men who primarily was not able to compete with being head of the
household started being ridiculed by other men who was able to maintain their role
in the family. 
PARENTHOOD

Preparation of parenthood & Characteristics of good parent 


PREPARATION
FOR
PARENTHOOD
PHYSICAL PREPARATION FOR
PARENTHOOD

 Ensure your body is healthy both inside and out 


 Ensure you have a steady home to live in providing shelter to your child/children 
 Ensure to shop ahead: buy clothes for both mother and baby, buy baby items such as
bottles, diapers and even laundry detergents that are sensitive and suited for the baby.
 Mother should keep a clean diet while pregnant and during breastfeeding to ensure baby is
well fed and first stages of growth are not stunted. 
 Smoking, drinking and the use of drugs should be avoided at maximum at all times 
EMOTIONAL / PSYCHOLOGICAL 
 Make your psychological health a priority- seek assistance from a professional
if needed
 Banish negative self-talk 
 Take time for yourself & meditate to avoid stress 
 Take a child birth or parenting class 
 Talk to your partner about how you want to parent as it would lessen future
disagreements 
 Discuss how you will deal with challenges that might arise especially those you
know are prevalent in parenthood. 
 Prepare for mood swings and change in sleep patterns 
ECONOMIC 

 Ensure you gain health and life insurance as these can assist with a lot of the
doctor bills and in the event of emergency there would not be any sudden out of
pocket expenses 
 Ensure to increase expenses in the monthly budget of your household
 Create a baby fund ( You can do this by having a savings bank at home or opening
an account at bank or credit union to give your child financial assistance and a
start in life) 
 Rethink your debt & avoid over spending - Save the extra dollars and have a smaller
christening party and use the funds for more shopping for the baby
 It is okay to buy second hand items- If your best friend is selling a car seat for $70
that’s only 2 years old and in great condition, why should you buy a new one for
$250?

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