Are personal relationships deeper and more intimate than ever before or are they increasingly empty and structured by selfish individualism? This exciting new book examines the question in a wide--ranging discussion of the nature of intimacy, focusing on key relationships between parents and children, families, sexual partners, couples and friends.
Exploring the nature of intimacy in contemporary society, this book questions whether online interactions signify a deeper connection or highlight the emptiness of personal relationships shaped by individualism. It delves into the complexities of modern communication and the impact of social dynamics on our emotional bonds, encouraging readers to reflect on the quality of their connections in an increasingly digital world.
The pioneering breadth-and-depth method introduced in this upper-level textbook offers a fresh approach to large-scale qualitative analysis. It emphasizes the strengths and applications of "big qual" as a distinct research methodology. Designed for students and researchers from various disciplines and methodological backgrounds, the book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing this innovative analytical technique.