Stepfamily Education: A Case Study

Authors: Skogrand, Linda¹; Davis, Patricia²; Higginbotham, Brian³

Source: Contemporary Family Therapy, Volume 33, Number 1, March 2011 , pp. 61-70(10)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

Stepfamily education programs are becoming increasingly common. While research on these programs is also increasing, the extant literature tends to be quantitative and cross-sectional. To more fully understand the stepfamily education experience, this case study focuses on the perceptions, feelings, and reports of one participating couple in the Smart Steps program. The nuances and complexities of this single case highlight the sequentiality and reasons for seeking out and participating in stepfamily education. A holistic portrayal of the perceived benefits of attending is also provided, including improvements with spouse, ex-spouse, and children.

Keywords: Case study; Remarriage; Stepfamilies; Stepfamily education

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10591-011-9141-y

Affiliations: 1: Department of Family, Consumer and Human Development, Utah State University, 2705 Old Main, Logan, UT, 84322-2705, USA, Email: Linda.Skogrand@usu.edu 2: Department of Family, Consumer and Human Development, Utah State University, 2705 Old Main, Logan, UT, 84322-2705, USA, Email: Patricia.Kiesel@aggiemail.usu.edu 3: Department of Family, Consumer and Human Development, Utah State University, 2705 Old Main, Logan, UT, 84322-2705, USA, Email: Brian.H@usu.edu

Publication date: 2011-03-01