| Description |
xiii, 217 pages ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
The politics of the only-child -- The research framework -- Co-researchers stories -- Only-child voices -- Research data and the world wide web -- Stories from China and Taiwan -- Life-stories life-stages -- An only-child archetype : a folk-tale -- The only-child matrix -- Gathering the threads |
| Summary |
"The only-child phenomenon is increasing worldwide, but little attention has been given to the lived experiences and social identity of the adult only-child. How have they experienced a life without siblings? What are the social and psychological implications of this absence? Do cultural stereotypes of the spoilt, selfish only-child affect them? Are there advantages to being an only-child? Are only-children different in some way?" "In this new book, Bernice Sorensen presents adult only-child experiences from around the world and offers an insight into the dilemmas and challenges faced throughout different life stages, including interpersonal relationships and self-image. Examined from both a social and psychological perspective, this book reveals the complexity and multidimensional nature of the private, personal and public worlds of the only-child."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-214) and index |
| Subject |
Only child -- Psychology.
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Child development.
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Adulthood -- Case studies.
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| Genre/Form |
Case studies.
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| LC no. |
2007050067 |
| ISBN |
9780230521018 |
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0230521010 |
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