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Index
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Brief contents
Table of Contents
Preface
1 Introduction to the Family
Families: Definitional Issues
Families: Current Status
Functional Families
Conclusion
In Review
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 Construction/Symbolic Interaction
Relational Dialectics
Narrative Theory/Narrative Performance Theory
Communication Privacy Management Theory
Conclusion
In Review
4 Communication Patterns and the Creation of Family Identity
Relational Cultures
Communication Patterns That Influence Family Meanings
Conclusion
In Review
5 Relational Maintenance within Families
Relational Maintenance
Relational Maintenance Strategies
Conclusion
In Review
6 Intimacy within Partnerships and Families
Commitment
Self-Expression: Disclosure and Nonverbal Affection
Sexuality and Communication
Intimacy Factors: Effort, Sacrifice, Forgiveness, and Sanctification
Barriers to Intimacy
Maintaining Intimacy across Diverse Family Forms
Conclusion
In Review
7 Communication and Family Roles and Types
Specific Role Functions
The Role Appropriation Process
Couple and Family typologies
Conclusion
In Review
8 Power, Influence, and Decision-Making in Families
Power
Influence
Decision-Making
Conclusion
In Review
9 Communication and Family Conflict
The Process of Conflict
Factors in Family Conflict
Unresolved Conflict
Destructive Conflict
Constructive Conflict
Conclusion
In Review
10 Communication and Family Developmental Stresses
Overview of Family Change
Family Stages and Life-Course Issues
Transitions between Stages
Conclusion
In Review
11 Family Communication and Unpredictable Stress
Unpredictable Stress and Family Coping Patterns
Communication and Specific Crises
Support and Communication
Conclusion
In Review
12 Family Communication and Well-Being
Family Communication and Physical Well-Being
Difficult Conversations on Current Issues
Approaches for Improving Family Communication
Final Perspectives
Conclusion
In Review
References
Photo Credits
Name Index
Subject Index
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