Family Studies; An Introduction

Family Studies; An Introduction

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Book Description

In this introduction to family studies, Jon Bernardes argues that variation and diversity are increasingly the hallmarks of family structure particularly in Europe and the United States. The book provides a comprehensive account of how families work both internally and in relation to society through the labor market and also through social institutions like education and the law. The chapters are designed to work as individual units of study in a course on the family. Each chapter highlights key issues, summarises the most relevant research in the area, suggests activities as a basis for student projects and discussion, and recommends further reading. Above all, this very positive approach to a changing social form encourages students to find out for themselves what the family, in all its richness and complexity, looks like as we enter the twenty first century.

Family Studies,Jon Bernardes,Routledge,0415164699,Family,Family/Marriage,General,Research,Social Science,Sociology,Sociology - Marriage & Family,Family & relationships,Social Science / Sociology / General

Book Contents:

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2. Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health
3. Four Creators of Modern Medicine Moments of Truth
4. From the Whippoorwill Hills : When the Morning Comes
5. Gender and Families (Gender Lens)
6. Gifted and Talented Females Speak Out on Parental Influences and Achievement!
7. Half a Childhood: Quality Programs for Out-Of-School Hours
8. Handbook of Early Childhood Intervention
9. Healing Herbs: The Essential Guide
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