ABSTRACT

First published in 1989. This book on stepfamilies emphasises the positive aspects of remarriage for children and adults whilst demonstrating how to improve stepfamily situations where needed. Including a summary of relevant research along with practical clinical interventions, this is an essential read for people involved in the treatment and counselling of troubled stepfamilies.

chapter Chapter 1|6 pages

American Stepfamilies of the 1980s

chapter Chapter 2|21 pages

Theoretical Considerations

chapter Chapter 3|33 pages

Intervention Strategies

chapter Chapter 4|28 pages

Whom to See

chapter Chapter 5|30 pages

Change and Loss

chapter Chapter 6|13 pages

Unrealistic Beliefs

chapter Chapter 7|16 pages

Insiders/Outsiders

chapter Chapter 8|14 pages

Life Cycle Discrepancies

chapter Chapter 9|19 pages

Loyalty Conflicts

chapter Chapter 10|21 pages

Boundary Problems

chapter Chapter 11|18 pages

Power Issues

chapter Chapter 12|12 pages

Closeness and Distance

chapter Chapter 13|9 pages

Overview