Which key idea underlies the concept of “changing childhoods” from a sociological perspective?
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Correct answer: Childhood is socially constructed — its meaning varies across time and culture
Sociologists argue that what we consider 'childhood' is shaped by social, cultural and historical context — it changes over time and differs across societies.
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