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The psychology of family law /

Although family law is diverse and does not fit into a neat theoretical statement as do many other areas of law, one consistent theme is present in family law - human behavior. Although relying too heavily and uncritically on empirical data and conclusions can be risky, there is promise and utility...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Brank, Eve M. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: New York : New York University Press, [2019]
Series:Psychology and the law (New York, N.Y.)
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Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction : the door to the family home
  • Barriers to marriage
  • Leading up to marriage and family
  • Getting, being, and staying married
  • Becoming a parent and "making" a family
  • Parenthood and other caregiving
  • Dissolution of marriage
  • Child custody, visitation, and support
  • Intimate partner violence, child maltreatment, and elder maltreatment
  • Conclusion : closing the door to the family home.