Many people see the modern American family as diverse and complex, and in many ways reflective of the larger society. Tracing the history of the American family, from colonial times, through the industrial revolution and now in post industrial society, how can we explain family diversity and complexity. Does the traditional nuclear family, as idealized in 1950’s America still exist today? Has it been modified, and if so why? How does social class impact family life (e.g. economic factors)? Is family diversity linked to race, ethnicity and sexuality? Please include in your discussion what you consider to be the major obstacles to family well being, Also consider the pros and cons of American family life. Many people see the modern American family as diverse and complex, and in many ways reflective of the larger society. Tracing the history of the American family, from colonial times, through the industrial revolution and now in post industrial society, how can we explain family diversity and complexity. Does the traditional nuclear family, as idealized in 1950’s America still exist today? Has it been modified, and if so why? How does social class impact family life (e.g. economic factors)? Is family diversity linked to race, ethnicity and sexuality? Please include in your discussion what you consider to be the major obstacles to family well being, Also consider the pros and cons of American family life.