Modern Family Estrangement

This chapter explores the increasing trend of family estrangement in contemporary society, highlighted by a YouGov poll indicating that over a quarter of Americans are estranged from immediate family. It examines how changing values towards individualism and personal autonomy are reshaping familial relationships, contrasting this with the historical necessity of maintaining ties for survival. Additionally, it delves into the impact of social media on interpersonal dynamics, questioning the implications of easily severed online connections on real-life relationships.