Financial Attitudes and Family Communication About Students' Finances: The Role of Sex Differences

Past research has shown that men value money more than do women and men are less dependent on their parents in financial matters. Men and women also display different patterns of communication, with women engaging in higher levels of self-disclosure. We examined these issues in the context of young...

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Published in:Communication Reports 2007-11, Vol.20 (2), p.90-100
Main Authors: Edwards, Renee, Allen, Myria Watkins, Hayhoe, Celia Ray
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
College students
Communication
Family Communication
Financial aid
Financial Attitudes
Gender differences
Sex Differences
Student attitudes
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Summary:Past research has shown that men value money more than do women and men are less dependent on their parents in financial matters. Men and women also display different patterns of communication, with women engaging in higher levels of self-disclosure. We examined these issues in the context of young college students communicating with parents about their financial situation by conducting a multistate survey (N = 1317). Results revealed women to be more open with their parents about financial matters even after controlling for financial dependence, which also was related to openness. Financial attitudes were related to family openness.
ISSN:0893-4215
1745-1043
DOI:10.1080/08934210701643719