Family Communication Perspectives on Adoptive Family Dynamics - Empirical and Theoretical Considerations

This book explores the intricate role of communication in adoption, featuring six empirical studies that advance understanding of adoption dynamics. Key themes include the importance of Adoption Communication Openness (ACO), which fosters free-flowing dialogue and relational cohesion.

About the author

Colleen Warner is Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Missouri, Columbia, USA. Her research examines communication in complex, diverse, and modern family structures and experiences, with a specific focus on communication in adoptive families, links between family communication and diverse social identities, and children's communication experiences.

Product details

• Authors: Colleen (University of Missouri Warner
• Assisted by: Colleen Warner (Editor)
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 29.09.2025
• EAN: 9781032459998
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3245999-8
• No. of pages: 130
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Lifestyle, personal development; Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Communication science; Medicine, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Communication Studies, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Adoption & Fostering, Communication Studies, Adoption & fostering, Adoption and fostering, Medicine and Nursing, Adoption;Open Adoption;adoption communication openness