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11. Homosexuality and Family Relations

    By Marvin B Sussman

    The first book of its kind, Homosexuality and Family Relations focuses on the effects of homosexuality and being homosexual on individuals in families and on the family as a group. Edited by Frederick W. Bozett, RN, DNS, and Marvin B. Sussman, PhD, this informative and enlightening volume examines...

    Published March 20th 1990 by Routledge
12. Transitions to Parenthood

    By Robin J Palkovitz, Marvin B Sussman

    In this unusual but exciting look at a complex topic, family scholars offer a vast array of insights into the multiple consequences, concerns, and characteristics of parenthood. The transition to parenthood--the most critical step in individual and family life cycles--is thoroughly examined from a...

    Published March 8th 1989 by Routledge
13. Deviance and the Family

    By Frank Hagan, Marvin B Sussman

    A unique resource for family therapists, Deviance and the Family is a comprehensive examination of the family and its role in the causes of delinquency. Leading experts in the fields of criminal justice, sociology, and family services report pertinent data and review studies in an attempt to...

    Published August 30th 1988 by Routledge
14. Men's Changing Roles in the Family

    By Marvin B Sussman

    How are men reacting to, perceiving, and behaving in light of the changes in gender roles. Here is an important volume that provides new and interesting reading about contemporary husbands and fathers.Men’s Changing Roles in the Family, offers an overview of the causes and consequences of changes...

    Published December 31st 1985 by Routledge
15. Pets and the Family

    By Marvin B Sussman

    This major work summarizes the recent research and findings on the interactions of pets and their owners and the social and emotional benefits that may be derived by families who have pets. Social and health scientists explore the pervasiveness of the animal/human bond and the high prevalence of...

    Published December 31st 1984 by Routledge
16. Women and the Family

    Two Decades of Change

    By Beth Hess, Marvin B Sussman

    Despite the pervasive changes that have taken place in women’s lives in the past twenty-five years--increased participation in the labor force, the attainment of higher levels of education, and higher salaries--comparable changes in the division of family labor and in the roles of men have lagged...

    Published December 31st 1983 by Routledge
17. The Ties That Bind

    Men¿s and Women¿s Social Networks

    By Laura Lein, Marvin B Sussman

    Authorities explore the implications of social networks for women and men in several significant social contexts, including social support systems during the parenting years, and those for the elderly, black families, and poor families....

    Published December 31st 1982 by Routledge
18. Social Stress and the Family

    Advances and Developments in Family Stress Therapy and Research

    By Hamilton I Mc Cubbin, Marvin B Sussman

    An informative anthology of recent theory and research developments pertinent to family stress....

    Published December 31st 1982 by Routledge
19. Family Medicine

    A New Approach to Health Care

    By Betty E Cogswell, Marvin B Sussman

    Here is an insightful review of the origins of family medicine as an AMA-approved specialty, including the difficulties in developing the role of family physician....

    Published December 31st 1981 by Routledge
20. Marriage and the Family

    Current Critical Issues

    By Marvin B Sussman

    Almost every reader has experienced or will experience the issues--whether it be a variant family form, a family problem, a living situation, or a roleless condition--addressed in Marriage and the Family. Contributors to this important book cover pluralistic family forms, family violence, never...

    Published December 31st 1978 by Routledge