Shared responsibilities and improved interpersonal communication became the order of the day, as families bonded at home, relishing each other’s company. “The lockdown predominantly fostered better family relations. The lockdown also saw family members spending time together in activities like playing traditional games, watching movies, and having their meals together. Those who were concerned only about the negative impact of screen time, came to see it as a useful tool to effectively spend their time during the lockdown. They too, however, agreed that the lockdown helped improve family relations.

Source: The Hindu November 20, 2020 16:48 UTC