Family Communication

Family Communication carefully examines state-of-the-art research and theories of family communication and family relationships. In addition to presenting cutting-edge research, it focuses on classic theories and research findings that have influenced and revolutionized the way scholars conceptualize family interaction. This book is written to fulfill the ongoing need for a text that presents a thorough and up to date presentation of scientific research in family communication for both teachers and students of family communication as well as professionals who work with families.

New to the second edition are a focus on understudied family relationships and an appendix of carefully chosen personal, family stories. A companion website will provide chapter outlines, exam questions, and PowerPoint slides for students and instructors. The book will be a valuable resource for undergraduates, and advanced readers, such as graduate students and professionals, who will continue to find it a useful and up to date reference to classic and contemporary research on family communication and relationships.

Chris Segrin (Ph.D., University of Wisconsin) is Professor of Communication and Communication Department head at The University of Arizona. He specializes in interpersonal relationships and mental health. His research can be found in journals such as Human Communication Research, Communication Monographs, Journal of Abnormal Psychology, Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Communication Research, and Journal of Social and Personal Relationships.

Jeanne Flora (Ph.D., University of Kansas) is Associate Professor of Speech Communication at University of La Verne. Her research interests include interpersonal and family communication, communication theory, intercultural communication, and persuasion. Her research interests include relationship development and communication in close relationships.