Family Communication

by Galvin, Kathleen M.; Bylund, Carma L.; Brommel, Bernard J.

• ISBN13: 9780205498222
• ISBN10: 0205498221
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-01-01
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon

Summary

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 Changeemphasizes the diversity of today's families in terms of structure, ethnic patterns, and developmental experiences.

Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction to the Family Families: Definitional Issues Families: Current Status Conclusion

Framework for Family Communication

The Communication Process Communication Patterns and Family Functions

A Framework for Examining Family Communication Conclusion

In review

Family Theories The Systems Perspective Social Constructionism and Symbolic Interaction Dialectical Theory Narrative Theory

A Final Note

Conclusion

In Review

Communication Patterns and the Creation of Family Meanings Relational Cultures` Communication Patterns

That Influence Family Meanings

Conclusion

In Review

Closeness and Intimacy within Families Relational Maintenance

Rituals Relational Currencies

Narratives Relationship Development and Intimacy Barriers to Intimacy

Conclusion

In Review

Communication and Family Roles and Types Role Definition Specific

Role Functions

Role Appropriation Couple and Family Typologies

Conclusion

In Review

Power, Influence and Decision Making Power Influence

Decision Making

Conclusion

In Review

Communication and Family Conflict

The Process of Conflict Factors in Family

Conflict

Destructive Conflict

Constructive Conflict

Unresolved Conflict

Conclusion

In Review

Communication and Family Stress: Developmental Issues

Overview of Family Change

Family Stages and Life Course Transitions between Stages

Conclusion

In Review

Communication and Unpredictable Stress

Unpredictable Stress and Family Coping Patterns Communication and Specific Crises

Conclusion

In Review

Contextual Dimensions of Family Communication Factors of Family Context

The Home World: Outside and Inside Family Fit and Environment

Conclusion

In Review

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

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