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The Family Communication Sourcebook provides an in-depth examination of contemporary theory and research in the area of family communication. This unique collection offers a state-of-the art approach by pairing conceptual pieces with original studies in the same general topic area. Editors Lynn H. Turner and Richard West present readers with a thoughtful and thorough exploration of the critical issues facing family communication researchers today.
Established and Promising Models for Family Communication Research
Established and Promising Models for Family Communication Research
Significant research and theory have been directed toward developing models of family functioning that either directly or indirectly address the role of communication behavior. This chapter draws together research on both widely used and promising models of family communication. Toward that end, we first distinguish between theories and models, providing a full definition of models. Second, we review some of the most commonly used models in the family literature. Third, we briefly overview promising but less researched models, including two mathematically based models, an ecological model, and a model grounded in family communication research. Finally, we offer observations on the models reviewed ...
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