In this study, we have referred to the educational model of culture shock, and the transgenerational model understanding of family systems. In methodological terms, we have combined quantitative and qualitative methods. In the qualitative part of the study, we used semi-structured interviews with members of two generations, and systematic observations of behaviour under natural conditions. For the purposes of the quantitative part of the research we used research battery which included general information about respondents, and quality of family interactions scale. The sample consists of 100 families from B&H currently living and working in the USA (St. Louis and Phoenix).