Chosen family

For various media with the same name, see Chosen Family (disambiguation).

Chosen family—also referred to as found family, a family of choice, or hānai family—refers to non-biological kinship bonds that are intentionally formed, regardless of legal recognition. These relationships are often based on mutual care, support, and emotional connection.[1] In contrast to the nuclear family, chosen family is created through voluntary association.

Chosen family in the LGBTQ community

LGBTQ individuals in particular often seek out chosen family when ostracized by their families of origin, leaving them in need of social support.[2] Many LGBTQ people face rejection or shame from the families they were raised in upon coming out.[3] Research indicates that in the absence of social support by an individual's family of origin, chosen family can promote psychological resilience.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ "chosen family". sso.sagepub.com. Retrieved 2025-05-06.
  2. ^ a b Green, R J (Summer 2000). "'Lesbians, Gay Men, and Their Parents': A Critique of LaSala and the Prevailing Clinical 'Wisdom'". Family Process. 39 (2): 257–66. doi:10.1111/j.1545-5300.2000.39208.x. PMID 10907150.
  3. ^ Stitt, Alex (2020). ACT for Gender Identity: The Comprehensive Guide. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers. pp. 372–376. ISBN 978-1785927997. OCLC 1089850112.
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