Engaging Theories in Family Communication

by Dawn O. Braithwaite (Editor), Elizabeth A. Suter (Editor), Kory Floyd (Editor)

Engaging Theories in Family Communication, Second Edition delves deeply into the key theories in family communication, focusing on theories originating both within the communication discipline and in allied disciplines. Contributors write in their specific areas of expertise, resulting in an exceptional resource for scholars and students alike, who seek to understand theories spanning myriad topics, perspectives, and approaches. Designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying family communication, this text is also relevant for scholars and students of personal relationships, interpersonal communication, and family studies. This second edition includes 16 new theories and an updated study of the state of family communication. Each chapter follows a common pattern for easy comparison between theories.

Genres: Communication, Textbooks

376 pages, Hardcover

First published August 23, 2005

Reviews

[Rich]

To be fair, I am not an academic reader. But this was a slog. I persevered and finished although I did not have to. One star is generous, but I have to give credit to the researchers and writers.

[Heidi]

It's always good to learn some theories... but wasn't in love with the lack of depth or explanation on some of the chapters.