Family Therapy: Concepts and Methods, Sixth Edition

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Summary: A Strong and Well Constructed Text
Review: As an instructor in Family Systems, I feel that Nichols & Schwartz have put together a very comprehensive overview of Family Therapy. Although at times it is somewhat tedious, the historical approach taken in this book allows a student or scholar the opportunity to piece together the different ways that family therapy is seen. I feel that the section on Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy did demonstrate a certain level of author bias, but this is understandable, given the authors backgrounds. Finally, there does seem to be some misunderstanding of individual approaches and a need for more multicultural issues to be included. Overall, this is a strong text to introduce a student to the field of Family Therapy.

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Summary: Don't believe the hype.
Review: Don't believe the hype. This book is a difficult read, not because the content is tough but because the writing is rambling, repetitive, and filled with personal opinions. Goldenberg and Goldenberg's Family Therapy: An Overview is a much stronger book, clearly written and organized, and an investment to keep. I wish I bought that one instead.

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Summary: Not nearly that bad.
Review: I disagree with the previous review. While the book is liberally sprinkled with the authors opinions, they are usually labeled as such. The text was not difficult to read at all. In fact, the authors opinions and personal style of writing makes the text read like the story of Family Therapy instead of a straight chronology.

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Summary: Not nearly that bad.
Review: I disagree with the previous review. While the book is liberally sprinkled with the authors opinions, they are usually labeled as such. The text was not difficult to read at all. In fact, the authors opinions and personal style of writing makes the text read like the story of Family Therapy instead of a straight chronology.

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Summary: A Very Comprehensive and Thoughtful Text on Family Therapy
Review: I have tried several books on family therapy as texts for my graduate course on Family and Couple therapy. This book is superior to other books that I have tried. The authors explain theoretical positions clearly and most importantly organize this vast area of social science into a well-organized discussion that is interesting and easy to follow. It is a serious text rather than convoluted and I'm thankful a text such as this for my students. Dr. Deborah Khoshaba

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Summary: Confusing and convoluted....
Review: If you can, pick a different family theory book. No, the information provided in this book is not difficult to grasp but the book rambles, repeats itself, and is frustrating to slog through. It seems as if the two authors decided who would write what chapter and then found themselves repeating each other. A good editing would cut the book by half. Goldenberg and Goldenberg would be a better choice or try Family Counseling and Therapy by Arthur Horne.

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Summary: Confusing and convoluted....
Review: If you can, pick a different family theory book. No, the information provided in this book is not difficult to grasp but the book rambles, repeats itself, and is frustrating to slog through. It seems as if the two authors decided who would write what chapter and then found themselves repeating each other. A good editing would cut the book by half. Goldenberg and Goldenberg would be a better choice or try Family Counseling and Therapy by Arthur Horne.

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Summary: wonderful book
Review: This book is a well thought out book with basic introductions to family therapy, as well as different theories, as well as case studies. This was the first book I bought about family therapy and I have been using it as a reference for the past year. This book is not too expensive, and will be a book the you will use throughout your entire therapy coursework.

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Summary: wonderful book
Review: This book is a well thought out book with basic introductions to family therapy, as well as different theories, as well as case studies. This was the first book I bought about family therapy and I have been using it as a reference for the past year. This book is not too expensive, and will be a book the you will use throughout your entire therapy coursework.

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Summary: Dr. Mak
Review: This is an excellent book. Better than 5th Edition. The best "Family Therapy" book in the marketing. I highly recommanded.