Reality and Myth in Family Life

Changes Across Generations

Frederick S. Wamboldt MD George Washington University Medical Center, Center for Family Research, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences., USA

Steven J. Wolin MD George Washington University Medical Center, Center for Family Research, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences., USA

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A theory of mate selection and premarital behavior based upon partners' family myths is presented. Preliminary data from a research project which tested this theory is discussed along with hypotheses regarding the prognosis for couples who assume different postures in relation to their family myths.

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