Becoming A Stepfamily, 1st Edition, 9780881633092
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Patricia Papernow draws on interviews with over 100 stepfamily members, up-to-date research, a solid theoretical framework, and an empathic clinical sensibility to present an insightful model of stepfamily development, the Stepfamily Cycle. This details

Becoming A Stepfamily, 1st Edition

patterns of development in remarried families

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    448 pages

  • Release Date

    1 January 1993

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Summary

What determines whether stepfamilies remain together? What helps stepfamilies overcomes the difficulties of remarriage and become mutually supportive family units? How can mental health professionals better support this development? This book brings both clarity and depth to the unique and complex dynamics of remarried families. Patricia Papernow draws on interviews with over 100 stepfamily members, up-to-date research, a solid theoretical framework, and an empathic clinical sensibility to…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780881633092
ISBN-10:0881633097
Author:Patricia L. Papernow
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:Analytic Press,U.S.
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:448
Edition:1st
Release Date:1 January 1993
Weight:635g
Dimensions:229mm x 152mm
Series:Gestalt Institute of Cleveland Book S.
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Critics Review

“Presenting information crucial to the understand of many contemporary American families, Dr. Papernow gives a vivid description of the various stages of stepfamily integration. Well-written, easy to read, with excellent examples and vignettes, this book deserves a special place in the library of every therapist.”

- John S. Visher, Ph.D., and Emily B. Visher, Ph.D.

About The Author

Patricia L. Papernow

Patricia L. Papernow is a psychologist in private practice in Cambridge, MA.

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