Marriages and Families

For courses in Marriage and Family, Sociology of Family, and Family Studies/Relationships in departments of Sociology, Family Studies, Psychology, and Women's Studies.

This best-selling, full-color text introduces students to the study of contemporary marriages and families by examining the changing American family and exploring their choices and constraints. This approach, combined with the most current research and practical guidelines, encourages students to join the effort to resolve some of the crucial issues confronting 21st century families.