Books in the Social & Personal Relationships series

The Handbook of Personal Relationships, Second Edition is one of the most important publications in psychology in recent years. However, the expense of this comprehensive volume is beyond the budgets of many young psychologists and students, or for those who may want to focus on one aspect of personal relationships.

These are the first two volumes in an important new five-book series derived from sections of the international bestseller, Handbook of Personal Relationships, Second Edition, by Steve Duck.

The field of family studies has recently seen the development of a more specialized focus on the character of particular relationships. The nature of these relationships may take many forms but typically involves individuals who view themselves as a unit with a long-term commitment to continue their relationship.