MIGRATION AND ITS EFFECTS ON FAMILY STRUCTURES: ADAPTATION, RESILIENCE, AND TRANSFORMATION

Abstract

This article examines the multifaceted impacts of migration on family structures, focusing on how migration processes reshape roles, relationships, and support systems within families. Drawing from sociological, anthropological, and migration studies, the paper explores both transnational and internal migration contexts. It analyzes the challenges families face, including separation, role renegotiation, and cultural adaptation, as well as the strategies employed to maintain cohesion and resilience. Empirical case studies from diverse geographic regions highlight variations in family responses to migration pressures. The study underscores the significance of policy frameworks that recognize the evolving needs of migrant families.