Family Mealtime as a Context of Development and Socialization

This issue examines the impact of family mealtime on the psychological development of young people. In the popular media, family mealtime is often presented as a vital institution for the socialization and development of young people, but also as one that is "going the way of the dinosaur." Although elements such as fast food and TV have become a part of many family mealtimes, evidence is beginning to suggest that mealtimes can also provide rich opportunities...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0787985775
• ISBN13: 9780787985776
• Release Date: April 2006
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.2" x 8.9"