The New Family Now (eBook)

How We Connect in the 21st Century

Azhar Ul Haque Sario (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
286 Seiten
Publishing Firm Sario (Verlag)
978-3-384-46894-9 (ISBN)

Infos

The Unbound Family: Navigating Love, Connection, and Kinship in the 21st Century

Family life is undergoing a profound transformation. The traditional nuclear family is no longer the norm, replaced by a kaleidoscope of diverse and dynamic relationships. More people are living solo, choosing to stay single, or consciously uncoupling. Blended families are becoming increasingly common, and many are creating their own "chosen families" based on shared values and deep affection, rather than blood ties. We're witnessing a resurgence in intergenerational living, and a growing acceptance of diverse relationship models, from polyamory to platonic partnerships.

This book delves into these seismic shifts, exploring the rise of solo living, the complexities of blended families, and the evolving definitions of marriage and parenthood. It examines the impact of technology, globalization, and economic inequality on families, and explores how we can build stronger, more resilient connections in the face of these challenges.

What sets this book apart?

Depth and Breadth: It goes beyond simply describing trends, delving into the emotional, social, and economic implications of these changes.
Challenging the Status Quo: It tackles difficult questions about the impact of evolving family structures on our well-being, our communities, and our social policies.
Inclusivity and Hope: It challenges outdated notions of family, advocating for greater inclusivity and offering a hopeful vision for the future of love, connection, and kinship.
Inside, you'll discover:

The Rise of Solo Living: Why are more people choosing to live alone, and what are the implications for their well-being and social connections?
The Blended Family Landscape: How can blended families navigate the unique challenges and opportunities they face?
Redefining Marriage and Parenthood: How are changing social norms and reproductive technologies reshaping our understanding of marriage and parenthood?
Technology and Family Life: How is technology impacting our relationships, both positively and negatively?
Building Resilience: How can we foster stronger, more resilient families in the face of social and economic challenges?
The Future of Family: What does the future hold for love, connection, and kinship in an ever-changing world?
"The Unbound Family" is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand the changing landscape of family life in the 21st century. It's a call for greater understanding, acceptance, and celebration of the diverse ways we create and sustain meaningful connections.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 23.12.2024
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie
• Schlagworte: blended families • chosen family • Family Change • modern families • relationships • social change • Solo Living
• ISBN-10: 3-384-46894-5 / 3384468945
• ISBN-13: 978-3-384-46894-9 / 9783384468949