There are some advantages and disadvantages of living in a nuclear family.

Firstly, Children are more close to the parents and can have more free and frank discussion about their problems with parents which helps for the better development of their personality. Secondly, In nuclear families the condition of woman is better than joint families. She gets enough time to look after her children. Finally, In nuclear families there is no misunderstanding and they enjoy a harmonious atmosphere by living together.

Beside the advantages, living in a nuclear family also exists some disadvantages. The first drawback is that in nuclear family both husband and wife adopt profession outside the family, then children are neglected and looked after by the servants. They feel lonely and emotional insecure. In addition, After completion of household task, the housewife becomes alone at home. At the time of emergency one can get any help and support from any other. Moreover, In nuclear family widowed, old and divorce fare very much neglected. No one in the family bothers to take care of them. Physically and psychologically they feel insecure.