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Newcomb, Paul R. – Journal of Marriage and the Family, 1979
Surveys empirical research with regard to cohabitation. The major consequences of cohabitation are identified for five groups: (1) never-married cohabiting couples; (2) children of cohabitants; (3) society; (4) previously married cohabitating couples; and (5) elderly cohabitants. Current legal trends are also discussed and recommendations for…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Children, Family (Sociological Unit), Legal Problems
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Clayton, Richard R.; Bokemeier, Janet L. – Journal of Marriage and the Family, 1980
A review of the literature of the decade focuses upon two broad issues: the epidemiology (prevalence and incidence) and the etiology (correlates and causes) of premarital sexual attitudes and behavior. A research and theory agenda for the 1980s is presented. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Codes of Ethics, Cohort Analysis, Etiology
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Gordon, Michael – Journal of Marriage and the Family, 1981
Waller created the impression that the rating and dating complex was a widespread pattern on American college campuses during the 1930s. However, by the 1930s this form of dating was very much on the decline and it never was the most prevalent form of cross-sex socializing. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, College Students, Dating (Social), Fraternities