For some people, the idea of living with parents, grandparents, siblings, cousins and their own children under one family arrangement feels comforting rather than overwhelming. They enjoy having someone around for meals, celebrations, childcare, everyday conversations and unexpected problems. Others may see the same arrangement and immediately think about limited privacy and too many opinions.
Psychology suggests that this difference is not necessarily about one person being more mature or family-oriented than another. It can reflect differences in social needs, cultural values, attachment, perceived security and preferences for independence versus interdependence.
