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Family Communication Kathleen M. Galvin

Family Communication By Kathleen M. Galvin

Family Communication by Kathleen M. Galvin


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Family Communication: Cohesion and Change by Kathleen M. Galvin

Family Communication: Cohesion and Changeexamines the communication processes within families and how they affect and are affected by larger social systems.

By viewing the family as a communication system with identifiable patterns, the authors encourage the reader to observe family interaction patterns analytically and relate communication theories to family interaction. Using a framework of family functions, first-person narratives, and current research, Family Communication: Cohesion and Change emphasizes the diversity of today's families in terms of structure, ethnic patterns, and developmental experiences.

Table of Contents

Preface

1. Introduction to the Family

Families: Definitional Issues

Families: Current Status

Conclusion

2. Framework for Family Communication

The Communication Process

Communication Patterns and Family Functions

A Framework for Examining Family Communication

Conclusion

In review

3. Family Theories

The Systems Perspective

Social Constructionism and Symbolic Interaction

Dialectical Theory

Narrative Theory

A Final Note

Conclusion

In Review

4. Communication Patterns and the Creation of Family Meanings

Relational Cultures`

Communication Patterns That Influence Family

Meanings

Conclusion

In Review

5. Closeness and Intimacy within Families

Relational Maintenance

Rituals

Relational Currencies

Narratives

Relationship Development and Intimacy

Barriers to Intimacy

Conclusion

In Review

6. Communication and Family Roles and Types

Role Definition

Specific Role Functions

Role Appropriation

Couple and Family Typologies

Conclusion

In Review

7. Power, Influence and Decision Making

Power

Influence

Decision Making

Conclusion

In Review

8. Communication and Family Conflict

The Process of Conflict

Factors in Family Conflict

Destructive Conflict

Constructive Conflict

Unresolved Conflict

Conclusion

In Review

9. Communication and Family Stress: Developmental Issues

Overview of Family Change

Family Stages and Life Course

Transitions between Stages

Conclusion

In Review

10. Communication and Unpredictable Stress

Unpredictable Stress and Family Coping Patterns

Communication and Specific Crises

Conclusion

In Review

11. Contextual Dimensions of Family Communication

Factors of Family Context

The Home World: Outside and Inside

Family Fit and Environment

Conclusion

In Review

12. Family Communication and Well-Being

Family Communication and Health

Perspectives on Well-Functioning Families

Approaches for Improving Family Communication

A Final Word

Conclusion

In Review

Bibliography

Name Index

Subject Index

Additional information

CIN0205498221G
9780205498222
0205498221
Family Communication: Cohesion and Change by Kathleen M. Galvin
Used - Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Inc
20070820
434
N/A
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