nuclear families

A nuclear family consists of two adult parents and their children living together in one household. It is considered the basic social unit of many societies, focusing on immediate family members. This structure emphasizes close bonds among parents and children, providing emotional support and stability. Unlike extended families, which include relatives like grandparents, aunts, and uncles living nearby or together, nuclear families center on the core parental and sibling relationships. This arrangement is common in many cultures and often associated with a focus on individual family autonomy and privacy.