concept   family structure
culture   Africa
statement   In African cultures, the extended family living together and communal support are highly valued.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 family structure Africa Extended family living together is common and encouraged. 1
2 family structure Africa Extended family (parents, children, grandparents, and other relatives living together) is the norm 1
3 family structure Africa Extended family is an important part of the social structure, with a strong emphasis on communal living and support. 1
4 family structure Africa Family structures often involve extended families living together and placing emphasis on communal support and responsibility. 1
5 family structure Local African communities Extended family structure is common, with several generations and relatives living together in one household 1
6 family structure Modern Africa Extended family living together is common and valued 1
7 hierarchy in family Africa Respect for elders and extended family members, often with a hierarchical structure based on age and familial roles. 1