Current Perspectives on Contemporary Singlehood
Contributor(s)
Adamczyk, Katarzyna (editor)
Language
EnglishAbstract
The book consists of seven chapters that systematically explore various dimensions of adult singlehood while addressing methodological considerations relevant to studies in this area. It encompasses topics such as the well-being of single adults, their life course trajectories, the challenges associated with aging, the phenomenon of inceldom, and the implementation of qualitative research that investigates the subjective experiences of single individuals. Furthermore, it presents the development and validation of a novel instrument designed to evaluate religious attributions related to singlehood. Overall, the book offers valuable new insights into the complexities of contemporary singlehood.
Keywords
Psychology; Singlehood; Never-married; Intimate relationships; Adult singlehood; Well-being; Life course trajectories; Aging; Challenge of aging; Religious attributions to singlehoodDOI
10.14220/9783737019637ISBN
9783737019637, 9783737019637Publisher
Vandenhoeck & RuprechtPublisher website
https://www.vandenhoeck-ruprecht-verlage.com/Publication date and place
Göttingen, 2026Classification
Social, group or collective psychology
Sociology: family and relationships


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