Reading Time: 6 minutes In this article Understanding the Nuclear Family DynamicsExtended Family DynamicsSingle Parent FamiliesDrawbacks of Single-Parent FamiliesChildless FamiliesUnderstanding Grandparent FamiliesStepfamiliesWrapping Up Family is essential because it’s usually your most exceptional support environment. There was a time when a nuclear family was an established norm in the U.S. Over time, different family types became popular and widely accepted. Currently, it’s not unusual to grow up in a blended…