Non-family households

Question 1

Trend: non-family households

Answer 1

It has been increasing as many more people are living alone.

Question 2

Klinenberg- living alone

Answer 2

1. Individual’s are focused on their own needs
2. They are able to communicate with family or friends through social media
3. The ageing in population, there is a longer life expectancy so people are more likely to be divorced/ widowed

Question 3

Non- family household

Answer 3

Households that contain people living alone or friends who chose to live alone together and socialise.

Question 4

Roseneil & Budgeon

Answer 4

Talk about breaking down the heteronorm and friends are taking the place of family as the relationship is more emotional between friends.

Question 5

Reasons for men living alone

Answer 5

1. More financially stable
2. Less stigmatised
3. Women usually get the custody of children

Question 6

Reasons for middle aged people to be living alone

Answer 6

1. Individualisation

2. Getting divorced

Question 7

Reasons for young people less likely to be living alone are…

Answer 7

1. High living costs

2. Youth unemployment (low paid jobs therefore they cannot afford to live alone)