How Family Environment Influence the Social Role of Female Adolescents

Abstract

This research discusses the influence of family environment on the social role of female adolescents. Family expectations, educational expectations and occupational expectations have been considered crucial elements for shaping the perspective and social role of adolescents. In this study, it has been found that female adolescents are often expected to focus on roles such as caring and house holdings while males are expected to be the primary breadwinners. These expectations are based on societal gender roles and stereotypes, as well as cultural, social, and economic factors. Differentiated parental expectations can have both positive and negative effects on adolescent development, such as providing clarity and structure but also reducing self-esteem and reinforcing harmful gender biases. This research also discusses the impact of stereotypical educational expectations on adolescent development, with female adolescents often being expected to take subjects such as psychology and biology while males are more likely to take subjects including mathematics and physics. Lastly, this study highlights that a lack of employment opportunities in certain fields and discrimination can limit the career opportunities available to female adolescents. Some suggestions about parental workshops, community promotion for the welfare of adolescents and rule and policy developments have also been portrayed in this research. These suggestions are considered to be effective strategies for enhancing the positive aspects of societal roles of female adolescents and also help to reduce negative aspects of gender-based discrimination.