Is the family becoming less important in today’s world?

Nowadays, nuclear families are increasing as the number of extended families is in decline. People seem too busy to spend enough time with their family and families’ role seems to be declining in the society. However, I believe family is at the root of humanity and it still has crucial role in today’s world.
Firstly, children learn the difference between right and wrong throughout their childhood. Parents discipline their children when they do something wrong. Without discipline, children can not understand morals. If they do not acquire the morality, this can lead to juvenile delinquency when they grow older. In contrast, if parents disciple their children carefully with love, they will be able to make good relationships with other people and the society as a whole.
Secondly, families should take care of their elderly parents. In our aging society, people need help when they get old. Elderly people can depend on family’s help with less hesitation. Parents make great efforts to nurture their children, so children should repay the kindness when their parents need help. Of course, welfare systems such as elderly care facilities are needed in the society however families should help each other.
In conclusion, I believe families still have an important role in today’s world. People can not exist without family. Parents should educate their children and children should take care of their parents. Families should help each other without any hesitation.