concept   extended family
43 commonsense assertions
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 extended family Western cultures In Western cultures, the nuclear family living separately is more common, emphasizing independence and individual space than the extended family. 19
2 extended family United States Extended family living is less common in the United States, with an emphasis on nuclear family structure and individualism. 11
3 extended family Western countries In Western countries, living independently with immediate family members is more common than living with extended family. 8
4 extended family India In India, extended family members often live together, emphasizing close family bonds and multi-generational households. 7
5 extended family China In China, it is common to live with or near extended family members and maintain close ties. 5
6 extended family Middle Eastern cultures Extended families are crucial for providing support and creating strong family ties in Middle Eastern cultures. 5
7 extended family Africa Extended families in Africa often live together and provide multigenerational care and support. 4
8 extended family Pakistan Extended families in Pakistan often live together in close-knit, multi-generational households and share resources and decision-making. 4
9 extended family Denmark Extended family ties are valued in Danish culture, but independence is prioritized and family members may live farther apart. 3
10 extended family United Kingdom In the UK, extended family members typically live separately to prioritize privacy and individual space. 3
11 extended family Asian countries Extended family members in Asian countries often live together and provide mutual support. 2
12 extended family Canada In Canadian culture, extended family gatherings are valued even though young adults often live independently. 2
13 extended family Eastern cultures In Eastern cultures, extended family members support and guide each other, with a focus on respecting elders. 2
14 extended family Japan In Japan, the extended family plays a significant role in daily life, with a strong emphasis on maintaining close ties. 2
15 extended family Northern European In Northern European culture, the emphasis is on the nuclear family rather than extended family living. 2
16 extended family South Asian cultures Extended family living is a common practice in South Asian cultures, promoting close-knit, multigenerational households. 2
17 extended family urban communities in developed countries In developed urban communities, there has been a shift from extended to nuclear family living. 2
18 extended family American In American culture, nuclear family units are more common and it is typical for individuals to live apart from their extended family. 1
19 extended family Bangladesh Extended family living is common in Bangladeshi culture. 1
20 extended family Brazil In Brazilian culture, extended family members provide vital emotional and financial support during important life events. 1
21 extended family Catholicism in Latin America Extended family is highly valued and involves close-knit relationships with aunts, uncles, and cousins in Latin American Catholic culture. 1
22 extended family Chadian In Chadian culture, the concept of an extended family is common, with multiple generations often living together or in close proximity. 1
23 extended family Chinese In Chinese culture, the extended family is seen as a fundamental social unit where multiple generations often live together and make decisions together. 1
24 extended family Christian-majority countries In Christian-majority countries, there is a greater emphasis on the nuclear family and independence from the extended family. 1
25 extended family Dinka ethnic group The Dinka ethnic group places a high value on the extended family, fostering a close-knit and interdependent culture. 1
26 extended family Finland In Finnish culture, there is value placed on extended family, but individuals often prioritize personal autonomy and distance themselves from close involvement. 1
27 extended family Ghana In Ghanaian culture, extended family members are closely connected and provide strong social support, often living in close proximity to one another. 1
28 extended family Global South countries Extended family is highly valued in Global South countries, often living in close proximity and playing a vital role in childcare and elderly care. 1
29 extended family Greece In Greek culture, the extended family holds a key position in the social structure. 1
30 extended family Hmong community in Southeast Asia Extended family households are common and valued in the Hmong community in Southeast Asia, with multiple generations residing together. 1
31 extended family Inland Africa Extended families in Inland African cultures play a central role in household and child-rearing. 1
32 extended family Iran In Iran, the concept of extended family is highly valued, with an expectation of close involvement and support among relatives. 1
33 extended family Iraq In Iraq, the concept of extended family is highly valued, with an expectation of close involvement and support among relatives. 1
34 extended family Kenyan The concept of extended family in Kenyan culture provides social support and a sense of belonging and security. 1
35 extended family Kiribati In Kiribati culture, extended families are close-knit and often live in close proximity, providing mutual support. 1
36 extended family Mexico In Mexico, extended family members provide crucial emotional and financial support during major life events. 1
37 extended family New Zealand In New Zealand culture, extended family is valued but individuals prioritize their nuclear family and personal space. 1
38 extended family Rural areas in Indonesia Extended family members living close by in rural areas in Indonesia play an essential role in daily life and support networks. 1
39 extended family Rural communities in developing countries Rural communities in developing countries prioritize close family ties and support networks within the extended family concept. 1
40 extended family South Korea Extended family connections in South Korean culture are significant, with a focus on shared responsibilities and mutual dependence. 1
41 extended family Sweden In Swedish culture, extended family ties are important but individuals often have more independence and may live further apart from relatives. 1
42 extended family Urban areas in the United Kingdom In urban areas of the United Kingdom, extended family members are more spread out and have less frequent interaction. 1
43 extended family Vietnam In Vietnam, the extended family plays a crucial role in daily life, with shared responsibilities and mutual dependence among its members. 1