Definitions
A group of people who share certain connections and attachments.
The Family
This family consists of a married or unmarried couple living under the same roof with their children
Nuclear
When humans produce offspring
Procreation
Assist parents in the upbringing of the children
Grandparents
Marriage of one man to one woman
Monogamy
This family consists of only one parent living with his/her children
Single Parent
Children are taught accepted behaviours in society,values,attitudes
Socialization
Attend school events,games and activities
Parents
Partners must be chosen from within the same group,sect,trib
Endogamy
This family is made up of members from more than two generations
Extended
The family provides income to obtain basic necessities
Economic
The disciplinarian in the Family
Traditional role of father
The husband and wife reside by themselves
Neolocal
This union exists between a man and a woman who are not legally married but live together.
Common Law
The family provides basic early education children receive
Educational
The caregiver in the family
Traditional role of mother
The privileges and duties of decent follow the male line
Patrilineal
In this type of union, the man and woman are not married and do not share common residence.
Visiting Relationship
Provides comfort and cheer in times of sadness
Emotional
Assist parents in performing household task in the home,at the same time learning basic life skills
Role of Children