1.
Most common family unit
UK: two-parent family
Ireland: two-parent family
USA: two-parent family
Canada: two-parent family
India: extended family
Nigeria: two-parent family
Italy: two-parent family
Second most common family unit
UK: couple with no children
Ireland: other family units
USA: couple with no children
Canada: other family units
India: two-parent family
Nigeria: other family units
Italy: extended family
2.
- Single-Parent Family: Comprises one parent raising one or more children, often resulting from divorce, separation, or the choice to parent alone.
- Blended Family (Stepfamily): Formed when parents with children from previous relationships come together to create a new family unit.
- Same-Sex Family: Consists of a couple of the same gender raising children together, either biological, adopted, or from previous relationships.
- Foster Family: Provides temporary care for children who are not able to live with their biological families, with the intention of reuniting them or providing a stable environment.
- Adoptive Family: Formed through the legal adoption of children into a family, creating a loving and permanent familial connection.
- Military Family: Families where one or more members serve in the armed forces, often experiencing unique challenges related to deployment and relocations.
- Long-Distance Family: Family members residing in different geographical locations, maintaining connections through technology and occasional visits.