cohabitation

Question 1

cohabitation

Answer 1

Cohabitation means living together as a couple without being married. Over recent years it has become a lot more popular and is no longer seen as unnatural.

Question 2

cohabitation 1

Answer 2

Secularisation is closely linked to the decline in stigma for cohabitation. Living together as a couple without being formally married is no longer seen as ‘living in sin’. Two-thirds (67%) of the British public now regard cohabitation as acceptable, even when the couple have no intention of getting married. ONS

Question 3

cohabitation 2

Answer 3

Women’s emancipation may also be relevant in the increase in cohabitation. Sharpe found In the 1970’s women prioritised marriage, whereas by the 1990’s they highlighted career, money, friendship and relationships more equally. These priorities mean women no longer want to rush into a marraige