Boxed Features | |
About the Authors | |
Preface | |
A Visual Preview | |
The Social Context of Intimate Relationships | |
Perspectives on Intimate Relationships | |
Cultural Diversity: Family Strengths and Challenges | |
Understanding Marriage and Family Dynamics | |
Dynamics of Intimate Relationships | |
Communication and Intimacy | |
Conflict and Conflict Resolution | |
Sexual Intimacy | |
Gender Roles and Power In the Family | |
Managing Economic Resources | |
Stages of Intimate Relationships | |
Friendship, Intimacy, and Singlehood | |
Dating, Mate Selection, and Living Together | |
Marriage: Building a Strong Foundation | |
Parenthood: Choices and Challenges | |
Midlife and Older Couples | |
Challenges and Opportunities | |
Stress, Abuse, and Family Problems | |
Divorce, Single-Parent Families, and Stepfamilies | |
Strengthening Marriages and Families | |
Appendices | |
Couple and Family Scales | |
Family Science and Family Research Methods | |
Contraception and Abortion Options | |
Pregnancy and Childbirth | |
Glossary | |
References | |
Credits | |
Name Index | |
Subject Index | |
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