Family Relationships and Values Vocabulary

This set of flashcards covers vocabulary related to family types, relationships, values, and conflict resolution based on the lecture notes.

immediate family

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extended family

A family group that includes relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

close-knit family

A family where members are very close, supportive, and united.

family values

The principles and moral standards shared and passed down within a family.

family background

The history, social status, and cultural heritage of a person's family.

upbringing

The way in which a child is cared for and taught how to behave while growing up.

raise children

The act of caring for and helping children grow into adults.

bring up children

A synonym for raising children, referring to the process of nurturing and educating them.

set a good example

To behave in a way that shows others the right way to act.

support one another

To provide emotional or practical help to other family members.

rely on each other

To trust and depend on family members for help or support.

spend quality time together

To dedicate meaningful and focused time to interacting with family members.

strengthen family bonds

To make the emotional connections between family members more powerful and durable.

get along well with

To have a friendly and harmonious relationship with someone.

have a lot in common

To share many interests, beliefs, or characteristics with another person.

take after

To resemble an older relative in appearance or character.

look up to

To admire and respect someone as a role model.

care for

To look after and provide for the needs of a family member.

be there for someone

To be available to provide support and help when someone is going through a difficult time.

show respect

To demonstrate honor and consideration for someone else's feelings or status.

mutual understanding

A shared state where family members understand each other's viewpoints and feelings.

trust

The firm belief in the reliability, truth, or ability of a family member.

honesty

The quality of being truthful and sincere within family interactions.

responsibility

The state of being accountable or having a duty to perform certain tasks.

generation gap

The difference in opinions and behaviors between people of different generations.

family conflict

A state of disagreement or disharmony between family members.

argument

An exchange of diverging or opposite views, often heated or angry.

resolve disagreements

To find a solution or reach an agreement after a conflict.

compromise

An agreement reached by each side making concessions to settle a dispute.

forgive and move on

To stop feeling angry toward a relative and continue with the relationship.

respect each other's opinions

To value and accept the different viewpoints held by family members.

share responsibilities

To divide duties and tasks among members of the household.

household responsibilities

The specific tasks and chores required to maintain a home.

single-parent family

A family in which only one parent lives with and raises the children.

nuclear family

A traditional family unit consisting of two parents and their biological or adopted children.

blended family

A family consisting of a couple and their children from current and previous relationships.

maintain strong relationships

To work at keeping family connections healthy and resilient over time.

stay in touch

To maintain regular communication with relatives.

unconditional love

Affection without any limits or conditions, regardless of circumstances.

sense of belonging

The feeling of being an accepted and important part of the family group.