The sociology of the family in the European Union
Dumont, G.F.
Ethique 21(3): 59-75
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 1151-5422 PMID: 12347978 Document Number: 306112
The author reviews factors affecting the family in the countries of the European Union. Topics examined include changes in marriage patterns, nuptiality, births outside of marriage, the devaluation of marriage, fertility and family policy, the decline in the number of large families, and household characteristics. He concludes that, despite the differences that exist among the countries concerned, the basic aspiration among individuals to be part of a family is almost universal.