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Familial connection

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A computer readout of members of the Raymond family.
The family of Shannon Janeway in 2050.

A familial connection is a relationship between people in the same family, by blood relation or by legal means, although people do not have to be related by marriage or blood. In 2376, Seven of Nine and Naomi Wildman said they considered each other family because they were very close friends. (VOY: "Survival Instinct") The study of this relationship is known as genealogy. (VOY: "11:59")

Familial connections vary by species, culture, gender, sexual identity and preference. Denobulans commonly have several spouses, each of which have more spouses, and children by each. Bolian families may likewise be polygamous. (DS9: "Field of Fire")

In 2374, Seven of Nine said the need for familial connections was a weakness. (VOY: "Hope and Fear")

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[edit] Genetics-based connections

[edit] Parents

See parenthood for main article.

[edit] Siblings

[edit] Children

[edit] Grandparents

The term "foremother" is used in place by Vulcans for grandmother. (ENT: "Carbon Creek")

The reason for this is uncertain, as both are English words.

[edit] Grandchildren

[edit] Other genetic relationships

[edit] Other familial connections

[edit] Spouse

[edit] Other non-genetic relationships

[edit] Background

[edit] Real life connections

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