Tag Archives: Karen Gail Lewis

Immature Singles

Posted on March 1, 2008 by

The assumption that we grow up only if we follow the culturally prescribed life path and get married in our 20s is pervasive. Bella DePaulo addresses this assumption as Myth #4 in her book “Singled Out.” Karen Gail Lewis also … Continue reading →

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Singlism

Posted on January 19, 2008 by

Bella DePaulo defines singlism in her groundbreaking book Singled Out as People who do not have a serious coupled relationship are stereotyped, discriminated against, and treated dismissively. This stigmatizing of people who are single – whether divorced, widowed, or ever … Continue reading →

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