ABSTRACT

Contemporary Families at the Nexus of Research and Practice integrates current research with clinical theory to establish the most up-to-date, evidence-supported treatment options for unique contemporary families. Each chapter begins with a case study and genogram. A research section that explains family experiences outlined in the case study follows. Finally, a treatment section presents clinical theory and provides an evidence-supported practice. Together, each chapter demonstrates how theory gets translated into practice. Family forms discussed include families of divorce, stepfamilies, families of addiction, impoverished families, families of incarceration, families of cyberbullying, and families of murder victims. Whether you’re a professional or a student, this book will provide both relevant research findings and explicit instruction and case material to augment your practice.

chapter 1|13 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|34 pages

Families and Divorce

chapter 3|37 pages

Stepfamilies

chapter 4|38 pages

Fragile Families

chapter 5|39 pages

Addiction and Families

chapter 6|35 pages

Families that Experience Homicide

chapter 7|39 pages

Families of Incarceration and Reentry

chapter 8|30 pages

Cyberbullying and the Family

chapter 9|12 pages

Conclusion