Date Presented
Spring 4-1-2007
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Communication Studies
First Advisor
Candace Todd
Second Advisor
Janice Rice
Third Advisor
Sharon Robinson
Abstract
An important element of the family unit involves the stories that are often told and retold. Although the collection of stories varies among families, the themes within these stories are sometimes common across different families. Within this research, certain patterns were shown to recur regarding these story themes. Furthermore, a positive relationship was found between families’ stories and the characteristics that are used to describe the families.
Recommended Citation
Clarkson, Allison, "Family Stories as Indicators of the Family Dynamic" (2007). Undergraduate Theses and Capstone Projects. 37.
https://digitalshowcase.lynchburg.edu/utcp/37
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