Home economics

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Home Economics

Home Economics (pronounced: /hoʊm iːkəˈnɒmɪks/), also known as Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), is a field of study that deals with the relationship between individuals, families, communities, and the environment in which they live. The term "Home Economics" was coined in the late 19th century by American economist and educator Ellen Swallow Richards.

Etymology

The term "Home Economics" is derived from the words "home" (from Old English hām, meaning "dwelling, house") and "economics" (from Ancient Greek oikonomikos, meaning "skilled in household management"). The term was first used in the United States in the late 19th century to describe a new field of study focused on the application of scientific principles to everyday living.

Related Terms

  • Consumer Science: The study of the decisions made by individuals and families regarding resources, including money and time.
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  • Child Development: The biological, psychological and emotional changes that occur in human beings between birth and the end of adolescence.
  • Family Studies: An interdisciplinary academic field that combines aspects of social and natural sciences, focusing on the family as a key social unit.
  • Textile Science: The study of the physical and chemical properties of textiles.
  • Food Science: The study of the physical, biological, and chemical makeup of food; and the concepts underlying food processing.

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