HISTORY
The family may be defined as a basic fundamental, and the smallest social grouping, the members of which are united by bonds of kinship.In its simplest form, the primary or elementary family, it consists of two matured adults of opposite sex who live together in a union (marriage) recognized by the society, along with their children. The kinship ties which unite the individuals of family are basically three that exists between the married pair (husband-wife relationship) that exists between the married pair and their children (Parent-children relationship), and that exists between the children of the married pair (sibling relationship).
The family as a social unit is universal; there is not a single society in this universe where family and marriage are absent. The members of a family accept the co-operative division of labor, and they share a common shelter, a common purse, and a common hearth. The conjugal family discharges the following four basic functions, such as The institutionalization of mating with its attendant’s controls over the sexual outlet, Co-operative division of labor between male and female, Nurture of the young in an atmosphere of intimacy, and Basic enculturation of the on-coming generation.
Family relationships refers to the connection (of blood, marriage, adoption, etc.) among various members of a family. Positive Family relationships considered to be the most important factor for the overall development and well-being of a child. Healthy family relationships promotes the transmission of good habits from the parents to their children. Our family teaches us specific ways of acting, thinking and feeling. Friends, teachers, playmates, and other associates are comparatively temporary influences. The family relationships plays an outstanding role in preparing the new generation for life in the community. Healthy family relationships is of utmost importance for the old people. They can feel more comfortable when there is strong bonding among their children and other members. Besides family relationships, the other factors that contribute towards socialization and overall development, are educational institution, the peer group, the work group and various socializing media.
