According to William Fielding Ogburn, the prestige of the family has declined in modern society because many of the functions it once performed are being carried out by other institutions.

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William Fielding Ogburn argued that as society evolves, institutions such as schools, hospitals, and businesses have taken over roles traditionally held by families, leading to a decline in the family's prestige and influence.

According to William Fielding Ogburn, the Prestige of the Family