Family and its main functions

The family is the first social community (group) in a person’s life, thanks to which they become familiar with the values of culture, master the first social roles, and gain experience of social behavior. In it, he takes his first steps, experiences his first joys and sorrows, leaves the family for the big world, and then returns back when he becomes uncomfortable in this world.

Ancient thinkers spoke about how important the family is in the life of every person. The ancient Greek philosopher Plato, for example, believed that every man must marry before the age of 35. Continue reading →