Journal of Family Issues (JFI), published 18 times per year, provides up-to-date research, theory, and analyses on marriage and family life. With JFI, you'll also examine professional issues, research developments, and practical applications from an interdisciplinary perspective, encompassing such areas as: Family Studies, Family Violence, Gender Studies, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. Each issue features articles, commentaries, and advocacy pieces designed to help you understand the challenges confronting today's families. View full journal description
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