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Diverse Family Structures

Diverse Family Structures

August 7, 2025

Family structures vary widely across time and place, reflecting cultural, economic, and historical influences. In Western societies, nuclear families (parents and children) are common, but in countries like India or Nigeria, extended familiesincluding grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousinsoften live together, sharing responsibilities. Matrilineal societies, like the Minangkabau of Indonesia, trace descent through mothers, while patriarchal systems dominate elsewhere, such as in traditional Middle Eastern families. Historically, polygamous families were common in some African and Middle Eastern cultures, showcasing the adaptability of family forms to societal needs.

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