Abstract
This timely volume explores the impact of dramatic social change that has disrupted established patterns of family life and human development in the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council. It addresses several major deficits in knowledge regarding family issues in the Gulf countries, bringing a critical perspective to the emerging challenges facing families in this region. Lansford, Ben Brik, and Badahdah examine the role of urbanization, educational progress, emigration, globalization, and changes in the status of women on social change, as well as tackling issues related to marriage, fertility and parenthood, and family well-being. This book explores how family relationships and social policies can promote physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships, safety, cognitive development, and economic security in the Gulf countries, placing a unique emphasis on contemporary families in this region. Families and Social Change in the Gulf Region is essential reading for scholars from psychology, sociology, education, law, and public policy. It will also be of interest to graduate students in these disciplines.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Families and Social Change in the Gulf Region |
Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
Pages | 38-59 |
Number of pages | 210 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781000175929 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781000175929 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Sept 15 2020 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Psychology
- General Social Sciences