The Asian culture tends to be more indirect in that they are more formal and emotionally controlled than other cultures. There is a more relaxed attitude toward time and child development. Latino families emphasize interpersonal relationships, have a great deal of respect for the elderly and operate within a more patriarchal family structure. Cultural courtesies to remember are to speak to the husband before the wife when both are present and to acknowledge the father's agreement with recommendations regardless of whether or not he is physically present. In these families, children are brought up to live interdependently, and identity is defined more by family achievement.
Families operate on a more flexible schedule and within an informal support system.
Less freedom for independent learning, exploration and decision making is stressed. In this culture there is great emphasis placed on respect for old age, spiritual maturity and wisdom. Customs and traditions are very important to the identity of Native Americans, and therefore, it is extremely important that they be consulted in any matters that would involve infringing on rituals. Also, some families may follow traditional tribal childrearing practices which place grandparents in the primary parental role, with other family members serving as disciplinarians. In addition, in some homes, children with special needs may not be disciplined because it is felt that they have suffered so much already.