Sourcebook of family theories and methods [Perpetual] : a contextual approach
Contributor(s): Doherty, William J. [ed.] | LaRossa, Ralph [ed.] | Schumm, Walter R. [ed.] | Steinmetz, Suzanne K. [ed.].
Publisher: New York Springer 2009Description: xxvi, 746p.ISBN: 9780387857640.Subject(s): Families -- Research | Sociology -- MethodologyDDC classification: 306.8501 | So8 Online resources: Click here to access online Summary: Now in softcover, the Sourcebook of Family Theories and Methods distills nearly a century of theories and therapies into one comprehensive volume. This unique sociohistorical account of family studies traces the development of various theories and methods within the sociopolitical context of the twentieth century, giving readers a practical balance of scientific and real-world perspective. Contributors review each theory and method in terms of its origins, core assumptions, applications, and links to previous and successive theories and methods. Specific chapters provide in-depth applications with couples, families, step and blended families, minorities, families with histories of violence, and families facing chronic illness, as well as potential uses in policy, education, or further research. In this way, readers may find new ideas and possibilities in older or less familiar schools of thought. At the same time, the book offers the foundation for the future of the field.| Item type | Current location | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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PK Kelkar Library, IIT Kanpur | Electronic Resources | 306.8501 So8 (Browse shelf) | Available | EBK10695 |
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Now in softcover, the Sourcebook of Family Theories and Methods distills nearly a century of theories and therapies into one comprehensive volume. This unique sociohistorical account of family studies traces the development of various theories and methods within the sociopolitical context of the twentieth century, giving readers a practical balance of scientific and real-world perspective.
Contributors review each theory and method in terms of its origins, core assumptions, applications, and links to previous and successive theories and methods. Specific chapters provide in-depth applications with couples, families, step and blended families, minorities, families with histories of violence, and families facing chronic illness, as well as potential uses in policy, education, or further research. In this way, readers may find new ideas and possibilities in older or less familiar schools of thought. At the same time, the book offers the foundation for the future of the field.
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