Finding multiple publication outlets for family science research and development: a case study of project dissemination

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Family science research and development is naturally interdisciplinary and appeals to both academic and lay person audiences. There are many markets for family science information that are unused because of the demands of academia. Some of the alternative publishing markets include lay magazines, computer software, interactive learning systems and audio-visual materials. The additional markets can increase authors' networks and future employment opportunities. For example, family science information on video tape can be used in correspondance courses and adult education seminars.

Scholarly publishing, Methods, Analysis, Educational publishing

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Negotiating family: the interface between family and support groups

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The relationship between families and support groups is investigated to determine how and where exchanges occur between these two entities. Since families and support groups exist as microsystems, the differences in the characteristics of boundaries for both entities are also examined to understand the structure and dynamics of the interface between them. Results showed that interface between the two social entities becomes more important with the growth in the number and function of support groups.

Self-help groups, Self help groups

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Definitions of the family: professional and personal issues

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There are five professional issues that scholars of family studies should take into consideration in defining the family. These include establishing professional ethical codes, identifying families as they change trough time, resisting censorship and limitations to family studies curriculum and finding an intellectual and equitable basis for interdisciplinary family studies. At the personal level, scholars need to attent to the academic and societal level to ensure open deliberations.

Practice, Sociologists

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