Addresses the role of communication in developing and maintaining functional, diverse family relationshipsFamily Communication: Cohesion and Change encourages students to observe family interaction patterns analytically and relate communication theories to family interaction. Using a framework of family functions, first-person narratives, and current research, Family Communication: Cohesion and Change emphasizes the diversity of today's families in terms of structure, ethnic patterns, and developmental experiences.MySearchLab is a part of the Galvin/Bylund/Braithwaite program. Research and writing tools, including access to academic journals, help students understand critical thinking in even greater depth. To provide students with flexibility, students can download the eText to a tablet using the free Pearson eText app.Note: this is the standalone book, if you want the book/access card order the ISBN below:0133814998 / 9780133814996 Family Communication: Cohesion and Change plus MySearchLab with eText -- Access Card PackagePackage consists of:0205239927 / 9780205239924 MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card0205945236 / 9780205945238 Family Communication: Cohesion and Change