Description

Challenging the commonly held assumption that men and women hail from different psychological and social “planets, ” this illuminating work reexamines what the empirical research really shows about how the sexes communicate in close relationships. The volume highlights evidence of similarities – as well as differences – between the two groups, and shows that stereotypical beliefs about men and women fail to predict their actual interaction behavior. A reasoned, provocative contribution to a significant area of study, this volume synthesizes important findings for researchers, scholars, and students in communication, social psychology, marriage and family studies, and gender studies. It is a useful primary or secondary text for undergraduate and graduate courses and will also be of interest to clinicians working with individuals, couples, and families.

Author: Canary, Daniel J, Author: Emmers-Sommer, Tara M, Author: Faulkner, Sandra L

Topic: Psychology
Media: Book
ISBN: 1572303220
Language: English
Pages: 193