Family

Family is a social unit typically consisting of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption. It serves as the primary context for socialization, emotional support, and communal responsibilities. Families may vary in structure, including nuclear families (parents and their children), extended families (which include additional relatives), single-parent families, and blended families (formed from previous relationships). The concept of family transcends geographic, cultural, and social boundaries, embodying diverse norms, values, and roles across different societies. Families often provide economic support, caregiving, and education, and they can play a crucial role in an individual’s identity and sense of belonging.