Jamaican families often exhibit characteristics of both matriarchy and patriarchy, but they tend to lean more towards matriarchy. Women frequently play central roles in family decision-making and are often the primary caregivers and breadwinners. This matriarchal structure is influenced by historical factors, including the legacy of colonialism and the socioeconomic realities faced by many families. However, traditional patriarchal values still exist, creating a complex family dynamic.
To some women, a matriarchy seems like the ideal.
A Jamaican human rights watchdog group.
When the king died without any sons, the Queen ruled a country that was now a matriarchy.
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Famillies are led primarly by the mother.
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Albert William Aron has written: 'Traces of matriarchy in Germanic hero-lore' -- subject(s): Folklore, Matriarchy
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