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... Taiwanese families are typically large and multigenerational, with each member playing an important function within the household. While the extended family has traditionally lived with the nuclear family, increasing urban ...

... Koreans are very family-oriented. Family members are very loyal to each other and dedicated to maintaining their nexus (characteristic of collectivist societies). In some traditional/rural social circles, families can be s ...

... As in most collectivist cultures, extended families are seen as the basic unit of society – the first group a person becomes a member of at birth. Therefore, families are perceived as having a collective ‘face’. In this way, the act of an individual can im ...

... The family (familia) is the most important aspect of most Spaniard’s lives. Spaniards tend to manage their personal problems through their family, relying on relatives (parientes) for support when in difficult situations. ...

... Family is considered to be the foundation of social life for most Thais. The Thai concept of family is often wide and inclusive, and whilst the nuclear family is the core of the domestic unit, it may include members of the ...

... In Kenya, the family is the most important priority for an individual and is a great source of pride. Most Kenyans expect to marry and raise a family eventually. The family unit in Kenya usually includes t ...

... One’s family holds the highest importance to individuals in Russia. Relatives usually have very close relationships and are interdependent, helping each other in times of need. Extended family members are also very involve ...