Judith Feeney y Patricia Noller analizan el apego adulto en este volumen, destacando similitudes y diferencias en diversas investigaciones. Incluye estudios teóricos y empíricos sobre conceptualización, medición del apego y su relación con modelos internos y aspectos clave de la vida, como el trabajo.
Adolescence can be a difficult time for all concerned. Issues such as high youth unemployment, sexual behaviour and drug abuse have made it a matter of great concern for the community at large, whether as parents, politicians or those working with adolescents in education and welfare. In addition, many parents fear that these problems could affect their own families. Originally published in 1991, the authors explore the complex needs of adolescents emphasising the importance of the family environment in helping adolescents cope with the many difficulties and changes they face during this period of their lives. The central theme is that adolescents, through conflict and negotiation, establish new but different relationships with their parents, relationships that can endure for a lifetime. The authors provide wide coverage of the key issues of adolescence, such as identity, separation from the family, and conflict, and look closely at the difficulties produced by events such as the divorce and re-marriage of parents, and social problems such as long-term unemployment. With its positive approach to the family and adolescents, this clear, concise and helpful book will be invaluable both to parents and to the many professionals whose work involves them with adolescents.
Many parents dread the transition of their happy children into unmanageable adolescents who engage in risky behavior. This negative portrayal, often perpetuated by the media, overlooks the fact that most adolescents are responsible individuals who value their families and seek parental support. Research indicates that the quality of the parent-adolescent relationship is vital for the well-being of young people. Parents are encouraged to establish reasonable limits and expect appropriate behavior from their adolescents. Studies show that children who enjoy positive, caring relationships with their parents are more likely to act responsibly during adolescence. This behavior does not arise in isolation; it is influenced by earlier family experiences. The extensive research presented in this volume aims to assist practitioners across various fields—social workers, youth leaders, welfare workers, religious leaders, psychologists, and psychiatrists—in better understanding adolescents and their development. It emphasizes the critical role families play in shaping young people's lives, ultimately contributing to a more informed perspective on adolescent behavior and development.