The rise of unprecedented individualism in men and women allows some to thrive, but it also means that others struggle mightily. This is a seismic social shift, with the inevitable result that some women will not handle these unprecedented changes well. One of the unhappy effects is that it leaves most women to make difficult, profound life choices and career decisions on their own. While the social bonds and common values that historically kept families and neighborhoods close have weakened considerably, the numbers of women alone and/or with great individual responsibility has risen alarmingly. Women - including those who are unmarried - are now the leading or solo breadwinners in 40 percent of U.S. households, compared to only 11 percent in 1960... - Introduction
Posted on: Sun, 04 May 2014 06:58:47 +0000