Strong Families Around The World

Author : John DeFrain,Sylvia Asay
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781317960201

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Strong Families Around the World by John DeFrain,Sylvia Asay Pdf

The strengths of families from culture to culture, when compared to each other, are remarkably similar and give us common ground around the world upon which to unite and develop mutual understanding. Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World, provides a conceptual framework for global family strengths, discussing the diverse strengths and challenges that families face regardless of location. This book presents 43 expert authors from 18 countries in all seven major areas in the world who explain what it means to be a family in the context of their country and the challenges their country faces in the world today. Focusing on the latest studies of similarities between strong families of different cultures, Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World presents a wide variety of disciplines, including family studies, family education, family therapy, modern languages, psychology, social work, sociology, cultural anthropology, and nursing. This insightful text centers on the Family Strengths Perspective, a paradigm that not only recognizes that there are problems in families today, but demonstrates clearly how these can be dealt with successfully. This valuable resource provides case study examples, quotations from literature and cultural mythology, tables, figures, and extensive references to give readers an in-depth understanding of the issues from strengths-based perspectives. Topics in Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World include: an introduction into the Family Strengths Perspective the International Family Strengths Model the propositions of the Family Strengths Perspective how the Family Strengths Perspective fits with other conceptual frameworks families from a global perspective a conceptual framework for understanding global family strengths and challenges Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World is useful as a text in marriage and family relationships classes, cross-cultural family patterns classes, strengths-based practitioner training classes, and family therapy and family educator training classes. This valuable resource will also be of great interest to family educators, family therapists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and religious counselors.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Families
ISBN : OCLC:911776731

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Author : John DeFrain,Sylvia Asay
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781317960218

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The strengths of families from culture to culture, when compared to each other, are remarkably similar and give us common ground around the world upon which to unite and develop mutual understanding. Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World, provides a conceptual framework for global family strengths, discussing the diverse strengths and challenges that families face regardless of location. This book presents 43 expert authors from 18 countries in all seven major areas in the world who explain what it means to be a family in the context of their country and the challenges their country faces in the world today. Focusing on the latest studies of similarities between strong families of different cultures, Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World presents a wide variety of disciplines, including family studies, family education, family therapy, modern languages, psychology, social work, sociology, cultural anthropology, and nursing. This insightful text centers on the Family Strengths Perspective, a paradigm that not only recognizes that there are problems in families today, but demonstrates clearly how these can be dealt with successfully. This valuable resource provides case study examples, quotations from literature and cultural mythology, tables, figures, and extensive references to give readers an in-depth understanding of the issues from strengths-based perspectives. Topics in Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World include: an introduction into the Family Strengths Perspective the International Family Strengths Model the propositions of the Family Strengths Perspective how the Family Strengths Perspective fits with other conceptual frameworks families from a global perspective a conceptual framework for understanding global family strengths and challenges Strengths-Based Research and Perspectives: Strong Families Around the World is useful as a text in marriage and family relationships classes, cross-cultural family patterns classes, strengths-based practitioner training classes, and family therapy and family educator training classes. This valuable resource will also be of great interest to family educators, family therapists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and religious counselors.

Author : Joe Beam,Nick Stinnett
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781439124109

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Fantastic Families by Joe Beam,Nick Stinnett Pdf

Learn from 14,000 strong families how to have a fantastic family. With the help of this groundbreaking book, you can take the guesswork out of parenting and be assured that you are building not only a strong family -- but a fantastic family. Based on the largest study ever done on strong families -- 14,000 families studied over twenty-five years -- this book reveals six simple, yet profound, steps to building a fantastic family that will thrive for generations to come.

Author : Nick Stinnett
Publisher : Lincoln : University of Nebraska Press
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Aging
ISBN : UVA:X000175510

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Family Strengths by Nick Stinnett Pdf

Author : Richard Eyre,Linda Eyre
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781939629548

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The Turning by Richard Eyre,Linda Eyre Pdf

It is easy to find alarming statistics on escalating violence, addiction and economic inequality in developed countries and stubborn poverty in the third world. The fascinating question has to do with cause. New York Times #1 bestselling authors Richard and Linda Eyre’s new book The Turning: Why the State of the Family Matters and What the World Can Do about It contends that the social and economic challenges faced not only in the United States, but throughout the world, are the direct result of an unprecedented and widespread turning away from family. The negative effects of this turning are apparent in the youth of the world today: In São Paulo, Brazil, more than 1.2 million “street children” are addicted to cocaine; Suicide is the third leading cause of death for American fifteen-to-twenty-four-year-olds; Great Ormond Street Hospital in London has treated girls as young as seven or eight for eating disorders; In Ethiopia, nearly half of the children under the age of six work 30-hour weeks; and In the past year there have been over 64 school shootings in the U.S., equaling more than one shooting a week. The Turning uses research findings, statistics (like those listed above), and the Eyres’ personal experiences at home and abroad to show that families are essential to the survival and success of civilization. With the well-being of the world at risk, The Turning will move readers in a way that will raise personal reflection, discussion, and action to return the family to its necessary position as the recognized and prioritized basic unit of society. But far more than a book of statistics and political suggestions, this is a book for parents—parents who want to better understand the world their children are growing up in and who want to create a family culture that is stronger than the internet culture, the peer culture, and all the other influences that flurry around our children every day. As Thomas Friedman’s The World is Flat opened our eyes to the cause-and-effect aspects of the global economy, The Turning will open the eyes of readers across the world to the means-and-ends connections between stable families and households and the world’s ability to meet its social and economic challenges. As Harvard’s Clayton Christensen and best-selling author of The Innovator’s Dilemma states, “This book gives us a common cause, and a clear way to frame and explain the causality of today’s problems.” In the spirit of Friedman’s The World is Flat, Richard and Linda Eyre examine the connections between the world’s mounting social problems and the breakdown of families and look deeply at the root causes of family disintegration—the false paradigms that confuse the priorities of parents and influence the kind of policies and practices in larger institutions (from media to government) that threaten families both economically and emotionally.

Author : James Georgas,John W. Berry,Fons J. R. van de Vijver,Çigdem Kagitçibasi,Ype H. Poortinga
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-03
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781139457644

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Families Across Cultures by James Georgas,John W. Berry,Fons J. R. van de Vijver,Çigdem Kagitçibasi,Ype H. Poortinga Pdf

Contemporary trends such as increased one-parent families, high divorce rates, second marriages and homosexual partnerships have all contributed to variations in the traditional family structure. But to what degree has the function of the family changed and how have these changes affected family roles in cultures throughout the world? This book attempts to answer these questions through a psychological study of families in thirty nations, carefully selected to present a diverse cultural mix. The study utilises both cross-cultural and indigenous perspectives to analyse variables including family networks, family roles, emotional bonds, personality traits, self-construal, and 'family portraits' in which the authors address common core themes of the family as they apply to their native countries. From the introductory history of the study of the family to the concluding indigenous psychological analysis of the family, this book is a source for students and researchers in psychology, sociology and anthropology.

Author : Nick Stinnett,Professor of Human Development and Family Studies Nick Stinnett,John D. DeFrain
Publisher : Berkley
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Family life surveys
ISBN : 0425094855

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Secrets of Strong Families by Nick Stinnett,Professor of Human Development and Family Studies Nick Stinnett,John D. DeFrain Pdf

Author : Dennis Rainey
Publisher : Crossway Bibles
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Families
ISBN : 1581343825

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Building Strong Families by Dennis Rainey Pdf

With topics ranging from the glory of marriage to passing on one's legacy, this Foundations for the Family book shares a consistent and convincing message that must be heard by Christians: it is time to rebuild our families.

Author : John T. Trent
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0736912827

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Strong Families in Stressful Times by John T. Trent Pdf

Family counselor Dr. John Trent shares ten inspiring principles families need to weather the storms of life. His stories, personal reflections, and practical, biblical guidance will help you encourage and strengthen those who share your home and neighborhood. Discover strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow as you embrace the blessings and benefits of connecting with people you love and who love you. Book jacket.

Author : John Defrain,Kathleen Lodl,University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2007-09
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780595458868

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Family Treasures by John Defrain,Kathleen Lodl,University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Pdf

Families are one of society's oldest and most resilient institutions. From the beginning of human life, people have grouped themselves into families to find emotional, physical and collective support. Although in recent years social commentators have predicted the demise of both marriage and the family, they not only survive but continue to change and evolve. Family Treasures is a tool for all different types of individuals and families to better understand the qualities of strong families: appreciation and affection, commitment, positive communication, successful management of stress and crisis, spiritual well-being and enjoyable time together. Written in conversational style, Family Treasures empowers families to assess their own strengths and to develop a plan for building upon their successes. Within each chapter are family inventories and a variety of family-tested activities that can be used to enhance the quality of the family. "Family Treasures is one of those great resources that has strong research at its base and can be used by a variety of disciplines. The assessment tools and activities can be readily used by professionals and families to strengthen family relationships." Linda Skogrand, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Extension Specialist Utah State University

Author : Linda Eyre,Richard Eyre
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1995-09
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780684802886

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Three Steps to a Strong Family by Linda Eyre,Richard Eyre Pdf

The methods described in this book aim to help parents give children a sense of security and stability and prepare them for the adult world. It shows how to create a family legal system, a family economy and a sense of family identity which work together to provide rules, limits and goals.

Author : Catherine Ceniza Choy
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781479891160

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Global Families by Catherine Ceniza Choy Pdf

In the last fifty years, transnational adoption—specifically, the adoption of Asian children—has exploded in popularity as an alternative path to family making. Despite the cultural acceptance of this practice, surprisingly little attention has been paid to the factors that allowed Asian international adoption to flourish. In Global Families, Catherine Ceniza Choy unearths the little-known historical origins of Asian international adoption in the United States. Beginning with the post-World War II presence of the U.S. military in Asia, she reveals how mixed-race children born of Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese women and U.S. servicemen comprised one of the earliest groups of adoptive children. Based on extensive archival research, Global Families moves beyond one-dimensional portrayals of Asian international adoption as either a progressive form of U.S. multiculturalism or as an exploitative form of cultural and economic imperialism. Rather, Choy acknowledges the complexity of the phenomenon, illuminating both its radical possibilities of a world united across national, cultural, and racial divides through family formation and its strong potential for reinforcing the very racial and cultural hierarchies it sought to challenge.

Author : Shelley Rotner,Sheila M Kelly
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Families
ISBN : 1663628378

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Families by Shelley Rotner,Sheila M Kelly Pdf

Celebrate diversity with a picture book for very young children about the many faces of contemporary families. Big or small, similar or different-looking, there are all kinds of families. Some have one parent, some have two, and many include extended family. This inclusive look at many varieties of families will help young readers see beyond their own immediate experiences and begin to understand others.

Author : Robert D. Putnam
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-29
Category : History
ISBN : 9781476769905

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Our Kids by Robert D. Putnam Pdf

"The bestselling author of Bowling Alone offers [an] ... examination of the American Dream in crisis--how and why opportunities for upward mobility are diminishing, jeopardizing the prospects of an ever larger segment of Americans"--