Asked by Kevin Barry on May 09, 2024
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Which term refers to young adults who return to their parental home, after leaving for work, education, or a relationship?
A) boomerang generation
B) crowded nest
C) empty nest
D) cluttered nest
Crowded Nest
A situation where adult children continue to live at their parents' home due to economic challenges, delaying traditional milestones of adulthood such as marriage and homeownership.
Empty Nest
A household consisting of a parent or parents whose children have grown and moved out of the house.
Cluttered Nest
A situation where adult children live at their parents' home, leading to a full or overfilled household, often due to economic factors or personal choice.
- Understand thoroughly the mechanisms and dynamics within family structures.
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shubham gambhirMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The term "boomerang generation" specifically refers to young adults who return to their parental home, after leaving for work, education, or a relationship. Choice B, "crowded nest," typically refers to a situation in which an older couple's adult children and possibly grandchildren also live with them, while choice C, "empty nest," describes when adults no longer have children living with them. Choice D, "cluttered nest," is not a commonly used term and does not refer to young adults returning home.
Learning Objectives
- Understand thoroughly the mechanisms and dynamics within family structures.