Family is the basic social group that includes individuals who are related by blood, marriage, or by any other close ties. It satisfies emotional needs, offers security, and gives a sense of place to belong. Different types of family exist such as nuclear family (parents with children living under one roof), extended family (all relatives), and chosen family (friendships standing in for kinship ties) which serve to shape one’s values (as an individual), personal behavior and growth over time.

Love, trust, mutual respect, and communication among members are four factors that form the basis of healthy family dynamics. They often have traditions that they celebrate together through time frames thereby making them strong. Another thing is that family is a source of comfort and guidance during times when one is happy or sad; hence family becomes one of the most important things in life.