It is true that the nuclear family is often seen as a strong unit, but to say that it is “by design” is an oversimplification of the situation. The nuclear family is actually a relatively modern concept that was formed in response to the changing economic and social conditions of the 19th century. While it is true that the nuclear family structure can unravel, there are often survivors. For example, if parents decide to divorce, their children remain a part of both their lives and the relationship can adapt to the new form of family structure. Additionally, research has found that children of broken homes can be just as successful, if not more successful, than those of intact homes. Therefore, to say that the nuclear family is by design and that there are no survivors if it unravels is UrRong.
