The childfree: a neglected population?
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| Title: | The childfree: a neglected population? |
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| Authors: | Rhodes, Ella (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Psychologist. Apr2025, p24-29. 6p. 2 Color Photographs. |
| Subjects: | Five-factor model of personality, Openness to experience, Young adults, Climate change, Married people, Abortion laws, Individual differences, Social networks |
| Abstract: | The article explores the experiences of childfree individuals, challenging stereotypes and examining the impact of societal norms, climate concerns, and reproductive decision-making on this growing population. Researchers are delving into the social, psychological, and relational aspects of being childfree, highlighting the diversity within this group and the need for further study. The stigma, stereotypes, and judgments faced by childfree individuals are discussed, shedding light on the complexities of navigating conversations and societal expectations. The research extends beyond Western contexts, aiming to understand the childfree population globally and address unanswered questions about their social networks, well-being, and societal perceptions. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | The article explores the experiences of childfree individuals, challenging stereotypes and examining the impact of societal norms, climate concerns, and reproductive decision-making on this growing population. Researchers are delving into the social, psychological, and relational aspects of being childfree, highlighting the diversity within this group and the need for further study. The stigma, stereotypes, and judgments faced by childfree individuals are discussed, shedding light on the complexities of navigating conversations and societal expectations. The research extends beyond Western contexts, aiming to understand the childfree population globally and address unanswered questions about their social networks, well-being, and societal perceptions. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 09528229 |
