Responsibilities in Studying Postmodern Families.

Sees traditional modernist family sociology as oppressive and reactionary. To examine responsibilities of those who study postmodern family life, explores recent material with regard to theoretical, methodological, and policy-related issues. Links sociological practice, everyday practice, and policy formation. Argues that family professionals must reconcile themselves to personal and professional responsibilities in the study of postmodern family life. (Author/NB)