Article: Living alone-it's the new rite of passage for the young, but who's most likely to feel lonely?(News Ban Young Guns)

Byline: By GARETH MORGAN Western Mail

Living alone has become the new rite of passage for young people, a study reveals today. Contrary to the Bridget Jones stereotype, it is a view most strongly felt by young women, according to the report Home Alone?

Men, perhaps surprisingly, say they miss day-to-day contact with other people more than women.

The Unilever Family Report 2005 has found 96% of people who live alone believe it's an important experience to go through before settling down.

Solo living was examined because it is expected that ...

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