Abstract

FIGUEIRA, Sérvulo Augusto. Middle-class families in Rio de Janeiro today: some ideas. Psicol. USP [online]. 1992, vol.3, n.1-2, pp. 83-92. ISSN 1678-5177.

This article investigates the main changes observed in middle-class families in Rio de Janeiro in recent years. The main changes, expressed in everyday language, in sexuality and authority patterns are examined. From cultural considerations about these families, the author discusses a large gamut of other social relationships.

Keywords : Family [Brazil]; Family relations; Values; Social norms; Social change.

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