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

Origins We call this book on theoretical orientations and methodological strategies in family studies a sourcebook because it details the social and personal ro

Physicians are not alone in their concern with stress. Other professionals, such as psychologists and social workers, invoke stress to explain social pathology,

Provides an overview of the causes and treatment approaches for counseling families under stress, and focuses on several examples of extreme tension.

First Published in 1989. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.