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ERIC Number: EJ261227
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1982-Apr
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Problems of Equity in the Reconstituted Family: A Social Exchange Analysis.
Nelson, Margaret; Nelson, Gordon K.
Family Relations, v31 n2 p223-31 Apr 1982
Applies social exchange principles to the difficulties of setting up a stepfamily. Discusses obstacles to role adjustment and maintenance of equity among members. Concludes that if the reconstituting family can establish a basis of trust, the stepfamily can merge as a developmental unit toward expansion and commitment. (Author)
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Language: English
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