Chambers, Deborah.

A sociology of family life : change and diversity in intimate relations / Deborah Chambers. - Cambridge ; Malden, MA : Polity Press, 2012. - viii, 240 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 193-229) and index.

Traditional approaches to the family -- Individualization, intimacy and family life -- Parenting practices and values -- The changing nature of childhood -- Families and ageing societies -- Globalization, migration and intimate relations -- Families, fertility and populations -- Families and new reproductive technologies -- New directions: personal life, family and friendships.

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Families.
Families--Economic aspects.
Families--Moral and ethical aspects.
Family policy--Moral and ethical aspects.

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