Family communication : cohesion and change

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Galvin, Kathleen M.
Other Authors: Bylund, Carma L., Brommel, Bernard J.( 1930-)
Language:English
Published: Boston, Massachusetts: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon, c2008.
Edition:7th ed.
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Online Access:http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0717/2007018470.html
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction to the family
  • 2. Framework for family communication
  • 3. Family theories
  • 4. Communication patterns and the creation of family meanings
  • 5. Closeness and intimacy within families
  • 6. Communication and family roles and types
  • 7. Power, Influence, and decision making
  • 8. Communication and family conflict
  • 9. Communication and family developmental
  • 10. Family communication and unpredictable stress
  • 11. Contextual dimensions of family communication
  • 12. Family communication and well-being