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/eintroduces 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 thisFourth Editioninclude: *Textbook and Student Workbook in one volume!Introduction to Family Processes, Fourth Editionis filled with writing activities and designed with enough space to complete the activities directly on the page. *Chapter Activitieshelp 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 Activitiesstrengthen 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 Boxeshighlight 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 studiesmake the data and research come to life. *Each chapter opens withChapter Outlinesand concludes withChapter Summary, Study Questions,and aKey Terms List.Day, Randal D. is the author of 'Introduction to Family Processes', published 2002 under ISBN 9780805840384 and ISBN 0805840389.