Introduction to Family Processes

Written for undergraduate level courses on family processes, family studies, introduction to the family, family communication, and dynamics of the family, this thoroughly class-tested new edition examines what is known about what goes on "behind closed doors" in families. 

Introduction to Family Processes, 4/e introduces the reader to the family processes approach--strategies and daily sequences of behavior used by family members to achieve goals. The family processes approach focuses on how families work, think, and interact; the Inner Family; and the dynamics among its members.

Features of this Fourth Edition include:
*Textbook and Student Workbook in one volume!Introduction to Family Processes, Fourth Edition is filled with writing activities and designed with enough space to complete the activities directly on the page.
*Chapter Activities help reinforce concepts learned before moving on to the next concept. These activities are short essay responses to reinforce writing practice and critical thinking skills.
*Journal Activities strengthen the students' connection to the material covered as they reflect, record, and revisit their own thoughts and opinions on guided journal exercises.
*Spotlight on Research. These boxed features highlight valuable research studies. Once research is presented, students are then asked to reflect and respond.
*Principle Boxes highlight specific principles relevant to chapter material and can be used as a study reference or to launch class activities/discussions.
*Real families presented in case studies make the data and research come to life.
*Each chapter opens with Chapter Outlines and concludes with Chapter Summary, Study Questions, and a Key Terms List.