Family structures and roles We use the word role today meaning a function or part played in life. As a member of a family or a work situation the roles we have in life depend on the situation we are in at the time. I myself am a wife, a mother, a daughter, a care assistant, a student and a friend. As you can see I have many different roles in my everyday living. The …showed first 75 words of 1279 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1279 total…own or rent their own home and are considered equal owners in the case of divorce. Women can now take out loans or credit agreements without their husband or fathers consent. Health care has improved considerably over the years and screenings for women's problems has been forced into action. Overall life has become better for women today. They now have the same rights as men and are considered an important part of our society today.