House Sharing and Young Adults: Examining successful dynamics and negative stereotypes

House Sharing and Young Adults provides an insightful exploration into the dynamics of successful house sharing among young adults, challenging stereotypes and fostering companionship. It is essential reading for students of social psychology, developmental psychology, sociology, and anthropology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 27 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

House Sharing and Young Adults provides a unique insight into the dynamics of successful house sharing among young adults and challenges some of the myths fostered by the negative stereotyping of housemates. Illustrated with research from interviews with young adults, the book explores co-residence, interpersonal relationships, and young people's development.

Beginning with an overview of the concept and history of house sharing among young adults, Clark and Tuffins' volume also examines the reasons for the lack of research into the area until recently. It explores key questions such as how young adults choose housemates, what makes a desirable housemate, avoiding complications, the psychological advantages of house sharing, how conflict arises, and the impact of house sharing on adult development. The authors challenge the stigma of shared domesticity, demonstrating the potential of house sharing to enhance well-being through companionship while acknowledging the potential pitfalls caused by tension in intimate settings.

House Sharing and Young Adults will be essential reading for both undergraduate and postgraduate students of social psychology, developmental psychology, sociology, and anthropology, as well as those interested in group dynamics, housing demographics, and discrimination.

Weight: 435g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367751852