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Marriages and Families : Intimacy, Diversity, and Strengths (5TH 06 - Old Edition)

by David H. Olson

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Vital insights into the complexities of family dynamics that can help you create healthier, more honest relationships

Marriages and Families uses research, theory, and practical application to focus on how you can build strong, successful couple and family relationships. Drawing on information from thousands of journals and professional resources, the book focuses on the social environment and how it influences families, cohabitation, and parenting. An improved online learning center aids in assessment and location of additional online information.

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About the Author

David H. Olson is a professor emeritus at the University of Minnesota.

John DeFrain is a professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

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Table of Contents

Part I: Social Context of Intimate Relationships

Chapter 1: Perspectives on Intimate Relationships

Chapter 2: Cultural Diversity: Family Strengths and Challenges

Chapter 3: Understanding Marriage and Family Dynamics

Part II: Dynamics of Intimate Relationships

Chapter 4: Communication and Intimacy

Chapter 5: Conflict and Conflict Resolution

Chapter 6: Sexual Intimacy

Chapter 7: Gender Roles and Power in the Family

Chapter 8: Managing Economic Resources

Part III: Stages of Intimate Relationships

Chapter 9: Friendship, Intimacy, and Singlehood

Chapter 10: Dating, Mate Selection, and Living Together

Chapter 11: Marriage: Building a Strong Foundation

Chapter 12: Parenthood: Choices and Challenges

Chapter 13: Midlife and Older Couples

Part IV: Challenges and Opportunities

Chapter 14: Stress, Abuse, and Family Problems

Chapter 15: Divorce, Single-Parent Families, and Step-Families

Chapter 16: Strengthening Marriages and Families Resources

Section A: Couple and Family Scales

Section B: Family Science and Family Research Methods

Section C: Contraception and Abortion Options

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ISBN:
9780073209517
Subtitle:
Intimacy, Diversity, and Strengths by Olson,
Author:
Olson, David H.
Author:
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Author:
Defrain, John
Author:
Cram101 Textbook Reviews
Author:
Olson, David H.
Author:
Olson, David
Publisher:
Academic Internet Publishers
Subject:
Marriage
Subject:
Family
Subject:
Sociology - Marriage & Family
Subject:
General
Copyright:
2006
Edition Number:
5
Publication Date:
July 2005
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
College/higher education:
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
104
Dimensions:
11.00x8.25x.22 in. .56 lbs.
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