Iranian Population Studies

Iranian Population Studies

Value and Attitudinal Differences in the Iranian Family Institution Based on the 2020 Global Survey

Authors
Younes Akbari 1
Reyhaneh Naderlu 2
Neda Khodakaramian Gilan 3
1 Ph. D in Sociology, Director of the Health Studies Department, Tehran Municipality Studies and Planning Center, Tehran, Iran (Corresponding Author).
2 Ph. D Student of Geography and Urban Planning, Department of Geography, Faculty of Social Sciences, Zanjan University, Zanjan, Iran
3 Ph. D Student in Sociology, Studying Iranian Social Issues, Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kashan, Kashan, Iran.
10.22034/jips.2025.485588.1246
Abstract
This research is a secondary analysis based on data from the World Values Survey (2020), examining the factors influencing value and attitudinal distinctions within the Iranian family institution. The study aims to identify and analyze patterns of change in attitudes and beliefs related to family, sexual relationships, domestic violence, gender roles, and social responsibilities in Iranian society. The results indicate that social attitudes in Iran are changing under the influence of factors such as age, gender, economic status, and cultural shifts. The majority of respondents (71.9%) oppose premarital sexual relationships, but generational gaps and positive changes are observed regarding abortion and divorce. Additionally, society is increasingly opposed to violence against women and children. Data analysis reveals that individuals with university education and urban residents hold more modern attitudes towards social issues. Furthermore, economic status influences attitudes; with increasing income, acceptance of abortion and divorce increases. These changes are particularly evident in younger generations and among individuals with better economic standing. These findings underscore the need for policymakers and social planners to pay attention to these changes and adopt approaches appropriate to the evolving society.
Keywords
Values
Attitudes
Changes
Family
Culture

Subjects

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Iranian Population Studies
Volume 8, Issue 2 - Serial Number 16
December 2022
Pages 317-348

  • Receive Date 26 October 2024
  • Revise Date 18 January 2025
  • Accept Date 19 January 2025
  • Publish Date 22 December 2022