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A. Family Relationships

The dictionary defines a value as "a principle, standard or quality
considered worthwhile or desirable." The definition of family is "two or more

people who share goals and values, have long-term commitments to one

another, and usually reside in the same dwelling". The difference in family
structures can result in a difference in family values. For example, a

cohabitant couple with no children may have a different value structure than
a husband and wife with three children.(Sani, 2017)

Values change as the structure of a family changes, and ideals also
change with the times and geography; a family that moves to another state

often sees some shift in their ideals. In a family, values are rules or ideals that
a family, agree to live by and stays true to. Strong and well-defined family

values help solidify the foundation for a strong, tight-knit family. When

cultivated long enough, this closeness provides a soft place to fall when life
does not go according to plan. Solid and consistent family values are essential

in building trust and confidence in each family member. (Sani, 2017)

B. Varieties of Family

1. Child Raising

Child Raising or raising children is a greater responsibility than
many people realize. In addition to meeting their physical and

emotional needs, parents are responsible for imparting a value

system to their children. Value is defined as the quality or worth of

a thing. A family is a social unit consisting of parents and the

children they raise. Combining the words yields a definition of a
traditional set of social standards defined by the family and a

history of customs that provide the emotional and physical basis

for raising a family.

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