This text and professional resource offers an alternative approach to
thinking about and working with "difficult" families. From a
nonpathologizing stance, William C. Madsen demonstrates creative ways to
help family members shift their relationship to longstanding problems;
envision desired lives; and develop more proactive coping strategies.
Anyone working with families in crisis, especially in settings where
time and resources are scarce, will gain valuable insights and tools
from this book.