Family communication : cohesion and change

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Galvin, Kathleen M. (Author), Brommel, Bernard J. , 1930- (Author), Bylund, Carma L. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boston, Massachusetts : Pearson/Allyn and Bacon , c2008
Edition:7th ed
Subjects:
Online Access:Table of contents only
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