EDN: https://elibrary.ru/qnxmeo
DOI: 10.21064/WinRS.2026.3.6
The importance of family ties is reflected in many cultures. Modernization, urbanization, and changing intra-family roles in the modern world are influencing socialization processes and traditional support systems. The family performs a number of functions that are key to society; among the most important are reproductive, educational, regulatory, and sexual functions, which are currently undergoing transformation. Economic difficulties, migration, and cultural shifts have recently begun to threaten family ties, particularly among young people. Marriage and parenthood are often viewed by young people as the result of achieving financial maturity. The study examined trends
among Russian youth regarding family, marriage, childbearing, relationships, and responsibility. The study revealed trends indicating a shift in the importance of family as an unquestionable value among contemporary youth, an increase in the preferred age for starting a family, and a certain shift from a focus on small families toward large families. The Russian government is actively working to strengthen traditional family values and support young families. Nevertheless, to strengthen the modern family, it is necessary to implement educational programs aimed at preparing young people for family life. Such programs should be introduced in high school.