The Marriage and Family Experience: Intimate Relationships in a Changing Society

by Bryan Strong, Theodore F Cohen

THE MARRIAGE & FAMILY EXPERIENCE: INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS IN A CHANGING SOCIETY brings together all elements of the course -- including intimate relationships, family policy, and family issues. Balancing an academic and more functional approach, the authors draw from research to present a sociological and family studies base enhanced by perspectives from anthropology, history, psychology, journalism, literature, economics, and gender studies. Available with MindTap, a digital learning experience, the book explores recent research on topics such as adoptive parenting, the transgender experience, childbearing patterns, gay and lesbian families, communication and conflict resolution, and the influence of popular culture. Real-life examples and a focus on self-assessment and reflection make the book accessible and encourage students to think for themselves. The thirteenth edition retains a progressive approach to diversity yet remains rooted in a positive, pro-family perspective.

Genres: Relationships, Psychology, Textbooks, Sociology, Education

640 pages, Hardcover

First published December 31, 1983

Reviews

[ashley elliott · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'M FINALLY FINISHED. I'D LIKE TO THANK NOT ONLY GOD BUT ALSO JESUS.

Seriously, this one was massive. I really enjoyed it, though, so that helped a lot. Plus, I liked double-studying - studying for a legit college test while also storing away bits of information for future novels, one specifically. I'm really glad I bought this one - it'll be nice to have on hand when I'm researching later!

[Sue Seely · Rating 4 out of 5]

As far as textbooks go, pretty dang interesting.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the textbook we read for my Sociology class at the local junior college. Outstanding book!

[Gretchen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought some things were over simplified for college level and some things were very outdated despite the publication date of 2014.