Abstract
Two conflicting views of the Mexican-American (Chicano) family are examined. The traditional social science view depicts a rigid, male-dominated, authoritarian structure that breeds passivity and dependence. A more sympathetic perspective views the family as warm, nurturing, and supportive, giving the individual a strong sense of security. Although the second view dispels many erroneous negative stereotypes about the family, it generates a positive set of stereotypes. After reevaluating these earlier perspectives, a new, more objective and viable view of the family is offered. This view will hopefully transcend stultifying and stereotypical characterizations and enhance our understanding of the Chicano family.
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