White, James M., 1946-
Advancing family theories [electronic resource] / James M. White. - Thousand Oaks, Calif. ; London : SAGE, c2005. - 1 online resource (ix, 201 p.)
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Explores two contemporary theories of the family-rational choice theory & transition theory that illuminate what differing theories reveal about families. The book also discusses how meta-theories can assist in refining theory, & offers insight on the 'understanding versus explanation' debate.
Specialized.
9781452229744 (ebook) : No price
Families--Philosophy.
Families--Research.
Sociology--Philosophy.
Sociology--Methodology.
HQ728 / .W52 2005
306.8501
Advancing family theories [electronic resource] / James M. White. - Thousand Oaks, Calif. ; London : SAGE, c2005. - 1 online resource (ix, 201 p.)
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Explores two contemporary theories of the family-rational choice theory & transition theory that illuminate what differing theories reveal about families. The book also discusses how meta-theories can assist in refining theory, & offers insight on the 'understanding versus explanation' debate.
Specialized.
9781452229744 (ebook) : No price
Families--Philosophy.
Families--Research.
Sociology--Philosophy.
Sociology--Methodology.
HQ728 / .W52 2005
306.8501